Description
Throughout his life, maestro Karl Böhm (1894-1981) commanded the respect of his colleagues as not merely a gifted musician, but an utterly uncompromising figure, with unparalleled expertise in the classical reservoir that lent him overwhelming authority. This unique biographical documentary provides a window into Böhm's genius by witnessing his rehearsals for Schubert's C Major Symphony, which he fine tunes and adjusts on camera with the aid of a remarkable ear. The film then interpolates the resulting performance.
