Posted by admin in Musicals/Performing ArtsFeb 15th, 2009 | no responses
Recorded for Czechoslovak Television in1955, Antonin Dvorak`s sparkling Slavonic Dances are here presented by the influential conductor Vaclav Talich, who helped to guide the Czech Philharmonic Orchestra for decades during his lifetime. Also included is Martin Suchanek`s documentary on Talich`s personal and artistic life, entitled SELF-CONFIDENCE AND HUMILITY. The title is taken from one of Talich`s quotes describing the role of the conductor, who must have self confidence in directing the orchestra, but humility in the face of the composer whose work he is interpreting.
