My aunt was trained as a classical pianist, and back in the 1920's she had a job as a pianist in a cinema where they showed silent films and she would watch the film and play whatever seemed appropriate. She was paid £2 a night which was a lot of money in those days.
Very interesting, enjoyable and well-presented. This dovetails nicely with the 13 part ''Hollywood: Tribute to the American Silent Film''. Made by Thames TV in 1980, narrated by James Mason. Featuring interviews with pioneers who had worked in the silents and not just big-name stars. Most were gone ten years later. Highly recommended for silent film lovers.
17:08 "As composers, liberated from the shackles of the Baroque era..." A highly contentious assertion. I'm pretty sure Bach didn't feel shackled by the demands of the Baroque style. The movement from Baroque to Classical to Romantic was evolutionary, not revolutionary. Another observation: the Agitato #3 is an easily-spotted rip-off of Schubert's Erlkönig. Surprised this wasn't mentioned given that the video series is about the classical origins of movie music. Good start to the series, though. Thoroughly enjoyed it.
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Have to join you all later on school holidays means Grandma’s time is not her own ❤
My aunt was trained as a classical pianist, and back in the 1920's she had a job as a pianist in a cinema where they showed silent films and she would watch the film and play whatever seemed appropriate. She was paid £2 a night which was a lot of money in those days.
£2 a night was a huge amount in those times! Wow!
Very interesting, enjoyable and well-presented. This dovetails nicely with the 13 part ''Hollywood: Tribute to the American Silent Film''. Made by Thames TV in 1980, narrated by James Mason. Featuring interviews with pioneers who had worked in the silents and not just big-name stars. Most were gone ten years later. Highly recommended for silent film lovers.
Catching up later. Was at Titanic Exhibition in B'ham (ie, about the ship) when this was on. Highly recommend going.
17:08 "As composers, liberated from the shackles of the Baroque era..." A highly contentious assertion. I'm pretty sure Bach didn't feel shackled by the demands of the Baroque style. The movement from Baroque to Classical to Romantic was evolutionary, not revolutionary. Another observation: the Agitato #3 is an easily-spotted rip-off of Schubert's Erlkönig. Surprised this wasn't mentioned given that the video series is about the classical origins of movie music. Good start to the series, though. Thoroughly enjoyed it.
Thanks for your interesting points Peter!