In Rehearsal: Zubin Mehta

Synopsis

Featuring some of today's leading conductors in rehearsal, this series gives a unique insight into the process of creating great music. The conductors’ very different styles and methods; the dialogue between an orchestra and an inspired interpreter; the intensity of the preparations for a concert performance; and the struggle towards perfection are captured in these revealing audio-visual records. Most episodes include a full run-through of the work rehearsed. All include interviews with the conductor who is seen at work. Zubin Mehta rehearses the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra for a performance of Richard Strauss's Till Eulenspiegels lustige Streiche Op. 28.

Additional Info

• No: R0589
• Composer: Richard Strauss
• Conductor: Zubin Mehta
• Orchestra: Israel Philharmonic Orchestra,
• Production year: 1996
• Run time: 00:55:00
• Director: Peter Berggren
• Producers: Arthaus
• Format: HDTV