No Ideas But in Things - the composer Alvin Lucier
“The Composer Alvin Lucier”
Synopsis
“Don’t ask me what I mean, ask me what I’ve made” – inspired by this motto, the documentary accompanies the American composer Alvin Lucier (1931 - 2021) on concert travels to The Hague (Netherlands) and Zug (Switzerland). Lucier explains and comments on his œuvre – from his early live electronics performances (MUSIC FOR SOLO PERFORMER,1965 and BIRD AND PERSON DYNING, 1975) up to the premiere of his ensemble piece PANORAMA 2 in 2011. One of Lucier’s key works, I AM SITTING IN A ROOM (1969), is introduced as a central structuring device in the film. At home in Middletown, Connecticut, Lucier offers rare insights into the beginnings of his pioneering works, his time as a member of the Sonic Arts Union, his relations with John Cage and David Tudor, as well as his teaching practice at Wesleyan University.
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- Director
- Hauke Harder, Viola Rusche
- Original Title
- No Ideas But in Things - the composer Alvin Lucier
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- FilmFörderung Hamburg, Viola Rusche & Hauke Harder
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Hauke Harder, Viola Rusche
Martin Zawadzki
Viola Rusche
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Viola Rusche
Editor
Hauke Harder
Director
Viola Rusche
Director
Martin Zawadzki
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What is No Ideas But in Things - the composer Alvin Lucier about?
“Don’t ask me what I mean, ask me what I’ve made” – inspired by this motto, the documentary accompanies the American composer Alvin Lucier (1931 - 2021) on concert travels to The Hague (Netherlands) and Zug (Switzerland). Lucier explains and comments on his œuvre – from his early live electronics performances (MUSIC FOR SOLO PERFORMER,1965 and BIRD AND PERSON DYNING, 1975) up to the premiere of his ensemble piece PANORAMA 2 in 2011. One of Lucier’s key works, I AM SITTING IN A ROOM (1969), is introduced as a central structuring device in the film. At home in Middletown, Connecticut, Lucier offers rare insights into the beginnings of his pioneering works, his time as a member of the Sonic Arts Union, his relations with John Cage and David Tudor, as well as his teaching practice at Wesleyan University.
Who directed No Ideas But in Things - the composer Alvin Lucier?
No Ideas But in Things - the composer Alvin Lucier was directed by Hauke Harder, Viola Rusche.
Who stars in No Ideas But in Things - the composer Alvin Lucier?
The principal cast of No Ideas But in Things - the composer Alvin Lucier includes Alvin Lucier.
When was No Ideas But in Things - the composer Alvin Lucier released and how long is it?
No Ideas But in Things - the composer Alvin Lucier was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.