City Hall Arts Center
Friday, March 21 at 6:00 pm SOLD OUT
In our age of mass-production and consumption, what is the role of the musician—both an instrument’s craftsman and its player? Musically, what have we gained? More importantly, what are we losing? The most thoroughly handcrafted instruments in the world, Steinway pianos are as unique and full of personality as the world-class musicians who play them. However, their makers are a dying breed: skilled cabinetmakers, gifted tuners, thorough hand-crafters. NOTE BY NOTE is a feature-length documentary that follows the creation of the Steinway concert grand #L1037— from forest floor to concert hall. It explores the relationship between musician and instrument, chronicles the manufacturing process, and illustrates what makes each Steinway unique in this age of mass production. From the factory floor in Queens to Steinway Hall in Manhattan, each piano’s journey is complex—spanning 12 months, 12,000 parts, 450 craftsmen, and countless hours of fine-tuned labor. Filmed in key Steinway locations—the factory, Steinway’s reserved “Bank,” and private auditions—NOTE BY NOTE is a loving celebration of music and craftsmanship. Community Partners: Vermont Public Radio, Capital City Concerts, Friends of Classical Music, Green Mountain Youth Symphony. Post-film event: director Ben Niles will appear at the Friday, March 21 and Saturday, March 22 shows. No rating, 80 minutes. Film website
- Friday, March 21 6:00 pm
- Saturday, March 22 2:15 pm
- Monday, March 24 2:00 pm
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