Plot — What is The Little Drummer Boy: An Essay on Mahler by Leonard Bernstein about?
This television essay from 1985 was written by Leonard Bernstein to commemorate the 125th anniversary of Gustav Mahler's birth. Recorded in Israel, Vienna and later in London, it is punctuated by biographical interludes and illustrated by musical examples drawn from the cycle of Mahler's works recorded by Bernstein. Bernstein talks, plays and conducts various orchestras (Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Wiener Philharmoniker) and soloists (Janet Baker, Christa Ludwig, Edith Mathis, Lucia Popp, Walton Groenroos) in performances spanning 17 years. Leonard Bernstein also examines the roots of Gustav Mahler's inspiration. The programme also features music from the nine symphonies, 'The Song of the Earth' and the 'Wunderhorn Cycle'.
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| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1985 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 85 min |
| Audience Score | 80% (8.0/10, 2 votes) |
The Little Drummer Boy: An Essay on Mahler by Leonard Bernstein — FAQ
Is The Little Drummer Boy: An Essay on Mahler by Leonard Bernstein worth watching? The Little Drummer Boy: An Essay on Mahler by Leonard Bernstein holds a 8.0/10 rating from 2 viewers. This television essay from 1985 was written by Leonard Bernstein to commemorate the 125th anniversary of Gustav Mahler's birth. Recorded in Israel, Vienna and later in London, it is punctuated by biographical interludes
Who directed The Little Drummer Boy: An Essay on Mahler by Leonard Bernstein? Directed by Humphrey Burton.
Who is in the cast of The Little Drummer Boy: An Essay on Mahler by Leonard Bernstein? It stars Leonard Bernstein, Janet Baker, Christa Ludwig, Edith Mathis, Lucia Popp, Walton Grönroos.
Where can I stream The Little Drummer Boy: An Essay on Mahler by Leonard Bernstein? Streaming availability for The Little Drummer Boy: An Essay on Mahler by Leonard Bernstein is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did The Little Drummer Boy: An Essay on Mahler by Leonard Bernstein release? It released in 1985.
