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The Glenn Gould Foundation

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  • Robert Lepage – Master of the Impossible

    Robert Lepage – Master of the Impossible
    May 23 2024
    The Gould Standard welcomes Robert Lepage, the 10th Laureate of the Glenn Gould Prize, for a provocative and illuminating dialogue on his trailblazing career as an actor, director, playwright, and stage director. Drawing from his Québecois roots, Lepage reflects on how his background has shaped his artistic sensibility, from grand productions like Wagner's Ring Cycle at the Metropolitan Opera in New York to the intimate exploration of memory in his stage work "887." His dedication to pushing his art to the limit of the possible and beyond, while maintaining a deep connection to both personal and universal themes, underscores his belief in art as a transformative experience that transcends conventional boundaries.
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    1 hr and 33 mins
  • Cornelia Foss – Painting, Music and the Love of Glenn Gould, Pt. 2

    Cornelia Foss – Painting, Music and the Love of Glenn Gould, Pt. 2
    May 9 2024
    This episode of The Gould Standard delves into the personal and artistic relationships between Glenn Gould, Cornelia Foss, and her family. We begin with Cornelia relating her first captivating encounter with Gould at a concert during her marriage with famed composer-conductor Lukas Foss, leading to Cornelia and Glenn’s eventual love affair. We explore the complex dynamics between Cornelia, Glenn, and Lukas, highlighting Gould's multifaceted personality - from his perceived reclusiveness to his warm, playful and affectionate side as experienced by the Foss children. Cornelia Foss reflects on the challenges and transformations of their relationships, particularly focusing on Gould's the alterations to his state of mind, which she attributes to his misuse of prescription medications, leading to the eventual breakdown of their partnership. The episode also touches on broader themes of artistry, memory, and the lasting influence of Glenn Gould on the Foss family and beyond, all while revealing lesser-known facets of Gould's character and the deeply intertwined lives of those who were closest to him.
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    58 mins
  • Cornelia Foss – Painting, Music and the Love of Glenn Gould, Pt. 1

    Cornelia Foss – Painting, Music and the Love of Glenn Gould, Pt. 1
    Apr 25 2024
    In a compelling episode of the Gould Standard podcast, listeners are treated to an intimate conversation with American painter Cornelia Foss alongside her children, Christopher and Eliza. Delving into the rich tapestry of their family history from Europe to Hollywood to New York, and the life and career of Cornelia’s husband, the great American composer and conductor, Lukas Foss, the trio shares poignant insights into their lives intertwined with art and music. This two-part conversation also includes reminiscences of Cornelia’s almost 5-year love affair with Glenn Gould, which saw her and the children moving to Toronto to be with Gould. A rare and poignant account of a relationship that offers unique insights into the great pianist’s life and personality, from three first-hand, very personal perspectives.
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    53 mins
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