Counterpoint

In the 1984 film, AMADEUS, one of the most famous lines is delivered by Emperor Joseph II to Mozart: “Your work is ingenious. It's quality work. And there are simply too many notes, that's all. Just cut a few, and it will be perfect." In the classical music world, "too many notes" can, in fact, be a real problem. And it isn't about virtuosity, as you might expect. It’s often about style over substance. Or overdramatization. Or indulgence. But whatever the cause, t

“This is the Opera Europa. Here, you can be misunderstood in six different languages.” Mild spoiler or two ahead... Very few films have attempted what MEETING VENUS did in 1991: stage an operatic production with a full orchestra, chorus, ballet company, three different unions, and a multinational cast. I've spent over two decades conducting major orchestras and ballet companies. So, watching a film that’s not just set within that world, but one that’s specifically about