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201315 minGdoc-short

Music History Historical Events

Cornet at Night

201315 minGdoc-short

In 1930s rural Canada, a farmer's son hires an itinerant trumpet player for the harvest, leading to an unexpected musical evening that captivates the community.

Music History Historical Events

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Channel: NFB

Cornet at Night

2013• 15 minG

Synopsis

In 1930s rural Canada, a farmer's son hires an itinerant trumpet player for the harvest, leading to an unexpected musical evening that captivates the community.

Synopsis

In the 1930s, rural life on the Canadian Prairies is depicted through the story of a young farmer's son who travels to town to hire help for the harvest. Instead of a traditional worker, he encounters an itinerant trumpet player seeking a chance to earn a living. Directed by Stanley Jackson, "Cornet at Night" captures the unexpected impact of the musician's performance, which resonates through the night, drawing the attention of the community. The film is based on a short story by Sinclair Ross.

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