Saimir Pirgu – My Truth in Music

“Music is my life. Singing, playing, listening – breathing!” Based on this passionate statement, the documentary Saimir Pirgu – My Truth in Music follows the key moments of Albanian-Italian tenor Saimir Pirgu’s flourishing musical career. It is a journey to the world’s most renowned opera houses – from Salzburg and Vienna to London, Moscow and New York – and at the same time gives insight into the hidden chambers of the art of singing. What really happens in the inner mind of an artist? How is great talent discovered and nurtured? The storyline follows Saimir Pirgu’s personal reminiscences, replenished with live performances and intimate backstage moments. It depicts his work with grand maestros like Abbado, Harnoncourt, Muti and Jansons, and features interviews with top names of the contemporary music world: James Conlon, Paolo Gavazzeni, Dominique Meyer, Ferzan Ozpetek and Nicoletta Pavarotti.

Arnold Schönberg – Who I am

The documentary “Arnold Schönberg – Who I am” shows the numerous faces of a genius: the composer, the painter, the father and the human Arnold Schönberg. Leading through the documentary is Nuria Schoenberg Nono, the daughter of the great Viennese composer, who together with Daniel Barenboim, worldwide famous interpreter and supporter of Schönberg’s music, embarks on a journey to discover one of the most prominent and controversial musical figures of the 20th century. With the help of musicologist Hartmut Krones and Therese Muxeneder, head of archive of the Arnold Schönberg Center in Vienna, they paint an intriguing picture of an often misunderstood musician, who was despised at the time, but is now regarded as a pioneer of today’s music.

The LA Phil at 100

The Los Angeles Philharmonic is turning 100 and throwing an epic party – the orchestra marks the milestone with public celebrations, education and social-impact initiatives, showcasing and honoring the diversity of Los Angeles. The anniversary documentary portrays the LA Phil and it’s continual creative reinvention on the occasion of this jubilee. The documentary includes a historical part to trace the steps that played a part in where the orchestra stands today, shows the orchestra and Gustavo Dudamel at rehearsals and concerts, captures the work with YOLA and the collaboration with artists like Herbie Hancock and John Williams.