The magics of music
The Castelfranco Veneto recital

"The first part presents an engaging portrait of the Russian pianist ... There's an astonishing sequence, at the beginning, in which Trifonov, aged eight, performs one of his own compositions ... The film uncovers a modest and unassuming person, thoughtful, reflective, reserved yet intelligently insightful and articulate, whose career hasn't really changed him ... The impressive setting of the old Teatro Accademico in Castelfranco Veneto, near Venice, is the venue for the concert which forms part 2 ... Trifonov's achievement of colour and his sensitivity to all gradients of dynamic range are spellbinding ... This excellent visual record of the young Trifonov, like all Nupen's endeavours, offers many insights and is approached with sensitivity and sincerity".

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