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What is About Canto about?
About Canto is a documentary. A woman recalls the moment she first heard Simeon ten Holt's composition, Canto Ostinato, during her son's birth. This 1979 piece for four pianos faced initial criticism but later gained acclaim in contemporary classical music. Director Ramon Gieling interviews people whose lives were changed by the work, including a man who has a tattoo of its score. The film combines documentary footage, fiction, essays, and archival material to illustrate the lasting impact of Canto Ostinato.
When was About Canto released?
About Canto was released in 2011.
How long is About Canto?
About Canto has a runtime of 78 minutes.
What genre is About Canto?
About Canto is classified as Music.
What topics does About Canto cover?
About Canto explores topics including life-stories, music-history.