
This is Rattle
Synopsis
This film captures Rattle's very first performance as Music Director; a programme in which British composers took centre-stage. The world-premiere of Helen Grime's Fanfares, which became the first movement of the work Woven Space, opened the concert before violinist Christian Tetzlaff took to the stage to perform the concerto written for him in 2010 by Harrison Birtwistle. Two more works close to Rattle's heart followed: Thomas Adès' Asyla and the pocket-sized Symphony No 3 by the late Oliver Knussen. Finally, Rattle's stunning interpretation of the Enigma Variations brought the concert to a close and then the audience to its feet, filling the Barbican Hall with rapturous applause.
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September 6, 2019
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- François-René Martin
- Original Score
- Thomas Adès, Harrison Birtwistle, Edward Elgar, Helen Grime, Stuart Oliver Knussen
- Original Title
- This is Rattle
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 55m
- Production Studios
- LSO Live
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
François-René Martin
Thomas Adès, Harrison Birtwistle, Edward Elgar, Helen Grime, Stuart Oliver Knussen
Department Leadership Roster
François-René Martin
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for This is Rattle.
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Frequently Asked Questions About This is Rattle
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is This is Rattle about?
This film captures Rattle's very first performance as Music Director; a programme in which British composers took centre-stage. The world-premiere of Helen Grime's Fanfares, which became the first movement of the work Woven Space, opened the concert before violinist Christian Tetzlaff took to the stage to perform the concerto written for him in 2010 by Harrison Birtwistle. Two more works close to Rattle's heart followed: Thomas Adès' Asyla and the pocket-sized Symphony No 3 by the late Oliver Knussen. Finally, Rattle's stunning interpretation of the Enigma Variations brought the concert to a close and then the audience to its feet, filling the Barbican Hall with rapturous applause.
Who directed This is Rattle?
This is Rattle was directed by François-René Martin.
Who stars in This is Rattle?
The principal cast of This is Rattle includes Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra, Christian Tetzlaff.
When was This is Rattle released and how long is it?
This is Rattle was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 1h 55m.
Who composed the musical score for This is Rattle?
The original motion picture soundtrack for This is Rattle was composed by Thomas Adès, Harrison Birtwistle, Edward Elgar, Helen Grime, Stuart Oliver Knussen.
