Chester L. Mais, composer standing near mirror
This black and white portrait features a person with wavy light-colored hair wearing a shirt with a high, diagonal collar. The person is positioned facing forward on the left side of the frame, while a profile view of the same person appears on the right against a dark background. A copyright watermark is visible across the lower center of the composition.
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This black and white scene displays a person in profile positioned next to several vertical metallic pipes. The individual features dark, wavy hair and is dressed in a dark, high-collared shirt. The pipes are reflective and arranged in a parallel row extending across the right side of the frame.
Frederick C. and Alice Slee Chamber Hall (State University of New York at Buffalo)
Aaron Copland, composer lecturing in June in Buffalo seminar, composers' workshop
Morton Feldman in background, others unidentified
Several people are seated in a room featuring curtains, folding chairs, and a piano. One person wearing a suit and glasses sits in a chair on the right, while three others sit in a row behind desks. A small electric fan and a wastebasket are visible near the back wall.
A person with fair skin and short blonde hair is positioned against a solid dark background. They wear a black short-sleeved v-neck shirt, a thin gold chain necklace, and light-colored trousers. The individual's head is turned, with their gaze directed toward the upper left.
Carman Moore, composer conducting rehearsal
This black and white scene features a standing person with their right arm raised and hand gesturing upward. In the foreground, another person sits facing away from the camera in front of musical equipment. Music stands are visible around the individuals, and a copyright notice is at the bottom of the frame.
Morton Feldman, composer at piano, profile
A person with dark wavy hair and eyeglasses sits at a grand piano, leaning forward with hands on the keys. They wear a light-colored, patterned button-down shirt. The background includes a blurred piano lid and a light source positioned above the individual.
Frank Cipolla, conductor with Steven B. Sample, William Ortiz, and Jan Williams
Sample, Steven B., 1940- - Administrator
Four people stand behind a set of mounted metal discs and a large circular instrument in the foreground. The person on the far left holds a percussion mallet while the others are dressed in suits and tuxedos with white bow ties. The group is positioned against a vertically paneled wall background.
A person stands behind a piano and points an arm toward a chalkboard marked with white chalk musical staves and geometric drawings. The individual wears a collared shirt, glasses, and a peaked cap while indicating a specific point on a diagram featuring a series of lines. The black and white scene includes a copyright watermark across the upper portion of the chalkboard.
Milton Babbitt, composer talking to Lejaren Hiller
Hiller, Lejaren Arthur, 1924- - Composer
This black and white scene features two individuals in blazers and ties standing in an indoor setting with wood-paneled walls. Both individuals wear eyeglasses and face each other. The person on the left has their hands clasped together, and the person on the right wears a checkered shirt under a textured blazer.
Hugh Levick, composer in front of television
This black and white scene features a person in a white garment facing a television monitor on a pedestal. The television screen displays the back of a person's head and shoulders. Behind the monitor, a light-colored cloth backdrop hangs against a wall.
John Bergamo, percussionist seated on floor, playing drums
A person with a mustache and glasses is positioned on the floor playing two hand drums known as tablas. They wear a t-shirt featuring a circular graphic of three leaves, while a larger circular frame drum sits on the floor to their right. The scene is in black and white and includes a wooden-paneled structure in the background.
HPSCHD by John Cage and Lejaren Hiller performed at the Albright-Knox Art Gallery
Hiller, Lejaren Arthur, 1924- -- Performances
Performers included (not all visible): Aki Takahashi, Neely Bruce, David Fuller, Ivar Mikhashoff, David Tudor, harpsichords
This black and white scene shows a person seated at a grand piano with another person standing beside them. A large, multi-angled screen above the performers displays a geometric pattern of white dots arranged in a concentric circle. The setting is dark, with light emanating from the projection and a small lamp on the piano's music stand.
Morton Feldman, composer with Bunita Marcus and unidentified person
Three individuals are seated on the floor against a light-colored wall featuring a horizontal baseboard. One person on the left sits with their hand near their mouth, while the individual in the center wears glasses and a necktie. On the right, a third person sits cross-legged and writes in a small notebook with a pen.
Jacob Druckman, composer conducting (ensemble not visible)
This black and white portrait shows a person from the chest up against a dark background with stacked boxes. The person wears a light-colored, textured sweater with dark and light striped trim on the cuffs and collar. Their gaze is directed toward the side as they hold their hands in a gesturing position.
A person wearing glasses, a blazer, and a checkered shirt sits in a large, dark armchair with a black cat resting on their lap. The individual holds a stemmed glass in one hand, while the background includes a potted plant, a radiator, and a floor lamp. A copyright watermark is positioned at the bottom center of the frame.
A black and white close-up shows a person playing a violin while wearing a long-sleeved shirt and a patterned scarf. Their hands are positioned on the bow and the instrument's body. A copyright watermark appears across the bottom of the frame.
Frances-Marie Uitti, violoncellist standing and playing
This black and white scene displays a person in dark clothing playing a cello in a gallery. To the left, a square abstract painting with a textured border hangs on a white wall. A tall, multi-dimensional sculpture with bold graphic patterns stands on a platform to the right.
Paul Schmidt, actor seated at table, surrounded by glass bottles
A person wearing a suit and glasses sits at a small table with a single glass and bottle. The person and table are centered inside a low, dark circular barrier. Multiple rows of glass bottles are arranged on the floor surrounding the outside of the circular structure.
Stockhausen's "Stimmung", six performers seated on floor
Stockhausen, Karlheinz, 1928- - Composer
Six people are seated cross-legged on a wooden stage floor arranged in a semi-circle behind patterned rugs. Several microphones on stands are positioned in front of the group members. A small table covered in a patterned cloth sits in the center of the arrangement.
University at Buffalo, Baird Hall (South Campus)
Ralph Shapey, composer on contact sheet with Jacob Druckman, Nils Vigeland, Arie Lipsky, and others
This contact sheet contains thirty black and white film frames arranged in six rows. The top rows feature portraits of an elderly person with white hair, while the lower rows show scenes of musicians performing in an art gallery. Kodak film markings, frame numbers, and sprocket holes are visible across the sheet.
A Black person with short hair is shown from the chest up wearing a light-colored sweatshirt with the word "Players" on the front. They have one hand lifted with fingers curved, while the other hand rests near their chest. The background consists of dark ceiling panels and small recessed lights.
Jan Williams, percussionist with Yvar Mikhashoff examining score
Two people sit side-by-side in an auditorium, looking down at a large document. One person wears a denim jacket and glasses, while the person next to them wears a plaid button-down shirt. Rows of empty seats are visible in the background.
Ursula Oppens, pianist with Anthony Davis at keyboard
Two individuals are seated together at a piano on a stage in front of empty rows of auditorium seats. One person with curly hair and glasses wears a dark long-sleeved shirt, while the other with an afro and a mustache wears an argyle sweater. Sheet music rests on a stand in the foreground as both individuals look toward the instrument.
Frances-Marie Uitti, violoncellist performing at Albright-Knox Art Gallery, profile
A musical performance takes place in an art gallery featuring white walls and various paintings. A person sits on the left playing a cello while a group of people sit in folding chairs on the right. Some audience members hold papers as they face toward the musician.
Frances-Marie Uitti, violoncellist at Albright-Knox Art Gallery, laughing
A person with short hair wearing a dark coat and trousers stands in an art gallery while holding a cello and its bow. To the left is a large square canvas featuring a line-drawn portrait of a face with an open mouth. A vertical, textured sculpture hangs on the white wall to the right of the person.
Feldman about to pet cat, drink held down
A person in a blazer and glasses sits in an upholstered chair with a black cat resting on their lap. One hand holds a stemmed glass while the other is positioned near a small lamp. A potted plant appears in the background, and a watermark is present at the bottom.
Jan Williams, percussionist conducting, with Paul Jacobs on harpsichord and Ursula Oppens on piano, and other musicians
Elliott Carter Concert, Center for Theatre Research
A black and white scene depicts a musical ensemble performing on a stage, viewed from behind the conductor and a silhouetted audience. The ensemble consists of musicians seated behind music stands with instruments such as two grand pianos, a harpsichord, violins, and a percussion section in the background. A conductor stands in the center foreground with arms raised toward the performers, while microphones and speakers are arranged around the performance area. Large watermark text across the top reads "Copyright by Irene Haupt".
This black and white scene features a person seated at a piano with sheet music, accompanied by another person standing just behind them. The background is dominated by large, angular panels onto which a complex pattern of white dots is projected, forming a central circular shape. The lighting focuses on the projection and the piano area, leaving the figures partially in silhouette.
A person with dark hair and a full beard plays a trombone in this black and white scene. They are wearing a patterned shirt and a digital watch on their left wrist while holding the instrument to their mouth. The bell of the trombone is positioned in the foreground, and a copyright watermark is present at the bottom.
John Cage, composer with David Felder, János Négyésy, and Jan Williams
Four people stand together in an indoor setting, focusing on an open book held by one person in the center. The individuals wear various styles of clothing, including glasses, a dark sweater, and a denim jacket with a tie. A dark spiral staircase is positioned in the background against a plain wall.
Leo Smit, composer playing piano, profile
An individual with white hair and glasses sits at a piano, shown in profile from the waist up. They wear a light-colored cardigan over a plaid shirt while looking down at the keyboard. One hand is positioned on the piano keys, and the other hand is raised slightly above them. A floor lamp with a large shade is visible in the background.
A person with white hair and a beard is seated next to a grand piano in a black and white scene. The individual wears a button-up shirt under a dark-colored cardigan and looks toward the piano's music stand, which holds several sheets of paper. A copyright watermark spans the top portion of the frame over a plain background.
This black and white portrait features a person with light-colored hair and glasses against a dark background. The individual is wearing a dark, long-sleeved shirt with a white collar visible underneath. Their hand is positioned under their chin, and a watermark at the bottom reads "Copyright by Irene Haupt."
Morton Feldman, composer with composer Terry Riley
This black and white scene depicts two people standing side-by-side indoors. The person on the left has a full, dark beard and wears a dark knit cap and a light-colored vest. The person on the right wears thick-rimmed glasses, a dark blazer, and a necktie.
An indoor exhibition space displays a multimedia installation including a grand piano and large-scale wall projections. Several angular, sail-like fabric structures are positioned throughout the room, bearing white text and scientific illustrations. A row of track lights runs across the ceiling to illuminate the different components of the display.
Larry Austin, composer standing behind Jan Williams
Unidentified person in background -- Copy 1
Three people are positioned in a room containing a large, ornate metal bell mounted within a frame. One person wearing glasses and headphones leans over the bell, holding a long-handled mallet near its side. To the left stands another person in a turtleneck, while a third person wearing headphones is partially visible in the background. The bell features embossed lettering around its top and sits on a platform.
Jan Williams, percussionist playing marimba
A person dressed in a formal suit and glasses stands over a xylophone. They hold a mallet in each hand, with one arm extended toward the instrument's keys. The black and white scene features a plain background with a copyright watermark across the top.
Two individuals sit together, looking at a document held in their hands. The person on the left wears glasses and a denim jacket, while the person on the right wears a plaid shirt. They are positioned in front of rows of tiered seats, and a watermark is visible across the center of the scene.
A person sits at a grand piano on a stage in front of an empty auditorium. The individual has curly hair and a mustache, and wears a formal suit and bowtie with one hand positioned near their face. Rows of dark seats fill the background beneath a balcony level.
Elliott Carter, composer sitting at desk, close-up
A person with white hair and dark-rimmed glasses is seated behind a dark wooden desk. They wear a plaid blazer, a button-down shirt, and a patterned tie, with one hand raised to their forehead. Two books are stacked on the desk, and a chalkboard with musical staff lines is visible in the background.
William Kirkpatrick, dancer on floor, Yvar Mikhashoff at piano
A high-contrast black and white scene shows a dark stage with two performers. On the left, an individual sits at a grand piano with glowing sheet music, while on the right, another person lies on the floor holding a long, straight beam. The background consists of dark curtains, and light is focused specifically on the sheet music and the person on the floor.
Jean Charles François, composer with Carol Plantamura on stage
Two individuals stand side-by-side on a stage, raising their joined inner hands. The person on the left is dressed in a dark long-sleeved top and dark trousers, while the person on the right wears a light-colored t-shirt over dark sleeves and dark trousers. Behind them, a voluminous white sheet is draped over an object against a light-colored wall.
Nils Vigeland, composer with Harvey Sollberger, David Felder, and Stephen Manes
Four individuals are positioned side-by-side in an indoor setting with a large window in the background. From left to right, the first person wears a dark suit and tie, while the second wears a light-colored suit. The third person wears glasses and a white collared shirt with slacks, and the person on the far right wears a dark blazer over a light-colored shirt.
Large, sail-like fabric installations are suspended throughout an indoor room, featuring various geometric shapes and projected patterns on their surfaces. A gathering of people stands in the center of the space, appearing as dark silhouettes against the brightly lit structures. Additional light projections and ceiling-mounted track lighting illuminate the room, creating high contrast between the dark figures and the white fabric panels.
Elliott Carter, composer looking at score
A person with white hair looks down at an open volume of musical scores. They are dressed in a grey blazer, striped shirt, and tie against a dark, featureless background. A watermark is superimposed over the bottom of the frame.
A person wearing thick-rimmed glasses, a patterned tie, and a blazer sits in front of a reel-to-reel tape recorder in this black and white scene. The individual has balding hair and is looking forward. In the background, the audio equipment features a large metal reel and a panel with various dials and buttons.
John Cage, composer preparing piano with Yvar Mikhashoff and Jan Williams
Three people are gathered around the open lid of a grand piano in a black and white setting. One individual on the left reaches toward the front of the instrument, while a second person in a suit and glasses watches from behind. On the right, a third person wearing glasses reaches into the piano's interior, manipulating thin strings or wires.
Two people in formal suits and ties are positioned in an indoor setting with one person visible in profile and the other facing forward with a raised hand. Both individuals wear collared shirts and ties, with the person on the left having glasses tucked into their jacket pocket. The background features a brick or cinderblock wall and the partial silhouette of another person.
Virgil Thomson, composer in checkered jacket and polka-dot bow tie, examining Satie score, profile
A person in a houndstooth jacket and polka-dot bow tie is seen in profile reading a book titled Erik Satie Piano Music. The cover of the book lists various compositions across two volumes, such as Gymnopedies and Gnossiennes. In the background, there are rows of empty seats in a dimly lit room. A watermark reading "Copyright by Irene Haupt" is visible at the bottom.
Harriet Simons, conductor conducting University at Buffalo Choir
A large group of people in formal attire stands in tiered rows on a stage, holding folders and facing forward. A conductor stands in the center foreground with their back to the viewer, while a person plays a grand piano on the left side of the stage. The performance takes place in a hall with wood-paneled walls and a dark rectangular panel in the background. An audience is visible in the foreground, silhouetted against the bright stage.
John Cage, composer speaking into microphone
A person is seated in a performance or recording space filled with unconventional equipment. The individual looks toward a sheet of paper while positioned in front of a microphone. Behind them, a metal rack holds suspended items such as wind chimes and a pot, and several tin cans sit on a small table in the background.
This black and white scene shows a grand piano positioned on a small platform. Large, triangular fabric sails are stretched around the piano and used as screens for various light projections. These projections cast abstract, high-contrast shapes onto the fabrics and the surrounding walls of the room. Overhead track lighting is also present along the ceiling.
Ralph Shapey, composer resting chin on hand
This black and white close-up features an older person with deeply wrinkled skin and a full, salt-and-pepper beard. The individual has wispy hair on the sides of a balding head and rests their chin on a closed fist. A copyright watermark for Irene Haupt is visible at the bottom of the frame.
Three people are positioned together wearing dark suits, white shirts, and ties. The individual on the left holds a violin, while the person on the right holds a cello and a bow. The third person is seated in the center foreground with their hands clasped over their knee.
Frances-Marie Uitti, violoncellist performing at Albright-Knox Art Gallery
A group of people viewed from behind sit in a semi-circle watching a cellist perform in an art gallery. Behind the musician, two large paintings are displayed on a white wall. The artwork on the left consists of high-contrast black and white geometric forms, while the right painting features a complex arrangement of interlocking circular and angular shapes.
John Cage, composer having a drink with Morton Feldman
Two people stand together in a black and white indoor setting holding small glasses. One person wears a suit, tie, and glasses with a cigarette in their mouth, while the other wears a collared jacket and holds a light-colored garment. The background includes large leafy plants and a table set with several bottles and glasses.
Paul Schmidt, actor singing, accompanied by Yvar Mikhashoff
This black and white scene depicts two people positioned near a piano. One person is seated at the instrument with their back turned, while the other individual wears a robe with a geometric hexagonal pattern and holds a microphone. A copyright notice is printed across the bottom of the frame.
Large, angular fabric screens are suspended throughout a black and white interior where various images and lights are projected onto the walls and surfaces. A group of people stands in the center of the room, positioned among the hanging panels. The flat floor reflects light from the overhead projections.
Two individuals are positioned in front of a light-colored wall in a black and white format. On the left, a person with dark curly hair and a full beard is shown in profile wearing a dark jacket. To the right, another person with straight hair and a collared shirt faces the first individual while holding a document.
Jan Williams, percussionist conducting, arms open
A person wearing a dark blazer, light-colored shirt, tie, and glasses stands with arms extended. The individual holds a baton in their right hand, pointing it horizontally towards the side. The scene is depicted in black and white with a dark background and blurred shapes in the foreground. A copyright watermark is superimposed across the upper portion of the subject.
Aaron Copland, composer adjusting bow-tie
This black and white portrait depicts an individual from the waist up, dressed in a dark tuxedo jacket and white formal shirt. They wear round-rimmed glasses and have their hands positioned at their neck while adjusting a white bowtie. Two framed documents hang on the plain wall in the background.
An older individual with a white mustache and thinning hair sits at a piano, wearing a pinstriped jacket. Their hands are placed on the keys while they look at sheet music titled "Sonata For Violin and Piano (1917)" by Otto Luening. A pair of glasses rests on the piano beside the music stand.
Ursula Oppens, pianist being videotaped and recorded
A musical group performs on a dark stage featuring various instruments, including a grand piano, a double bass, and wind instruments. In the foreground, one person sits at the piano with their back to the viewer while another person conducts the ensemble from the left. A sound technician stands in the center wearing headphones and carrying recording equipment, and a camera operator is positioned in the lower right foreground. White lines are taped onto the floor around the performers and crew.
Photograph taken from under piano lid, Mikhashoff facing camera -- Copy 2
A person with curly hair and a mustache is positioned behind an open grand piano. They are wearing a dark tuxedo jacket and white bow tie while resting their arms on the instrument. The foreground displays the interior structure and strings of the piano, and the background is a solid light shade.
Philip Glass, composer at piano accompanying Jon Gibson, soprano saxophone
Two people perform music together in a room with vertical wood-paneled walls. One person sits at a black grand piano with the lid open, looking toward the other performer. In the foreground, another person wearing glasses and a light-colored jacket plays a woodwind instrument. A music stand holding sheet music is positioned in the lower left corner.
Jan Williams, percussionist playing marimba, wearing black
A person wearing glasses and a dark sweater plays a vibraphone with two mallets in each hand. The individual looks down toward the instrument's bars, which are positioned in the foreground. A dark background surrounds the subject, and a music stand is partially visible on the left side of the frame.
Lukas Foss, composer with Nils Vigeland and David Felder
Three people are positioned in front of a set of tubular bells in a room with wood-paneled walls. The person on the left wears a light-colored sweater, the middle person wears a dark v-neck over a turtleneck, and the person on the right wears glasses and a striped shirt. A watermark reading "Copyright by Irene Haupt" is visible across the lower portion of the black and white frame.
Morton Feldman, composer with Renée Levine, facing each other
Two people are situated in an indoor setting featuring vertical curtains and musical equipment in the background. The person on the left has dark, curly hair, wears a striped sweater, and looks toward the other person. The person on the right wears glasses, a plaid shirt, and a textured blazer with their head tilted back and mouth open.
Frances-Marie Uitti, violoncellist seated, white background
Label on reverse reads: "Cellist Frances-Marie Uitti will perform tonight (March 17) and tomorrow (March 18) in the North American New Music Festival."
A person with short, light hair is seated on a chair holding a cello between their legs. Their arms are crossed over the body of the instrument, and they hold a bow vertically in one hand. The black and white portrait is set against a plain white background and includes a copyright watermark across the center.
Jacob Druckman, composer with Jan Williams
Two individuals are shown from the chest up in a black and white setting. The person on the left has light hair, a mustache, and wears large-framed glasses with a denim jacket. The person on the right wears a dark collared shirt with sunglasses hanging from the front.
Joseph Celli, oboist with oboe and english horn in front of him
A person with dark hair and a beard is positioned behind a table featuring multiple woodwind instruments and disassembled sections. They hold a piece in each hand while another instrument stands vertically on the table in front of them. The individual wears a dark short-sleeved shirt against a dark background with vertical structural elements.
A person with short hair and thick-rimmed glasses wears a houndstooth blazer over a light-colored collared shirt. They are positioned on the left side of the frame against a dark background where other figures are dimly visible. A copyright watermark is superimposed across the lower center of the scene.
A black and white close-up shows the side profile of a person with dark, curly hair wearing a dark turtleneck sweater. The person is positioned to the left and looks toward several reflective vertical metal tubes. These tubes are arranged in a row and attached to a horizontal support structure.
Lejaren Hiller, composer with Barry Truax
Two people stand facing each other in a dark indoor setting with overhead lights. One person wears a blazer over a plaid shirt and tie, while the other wears a light-colored jacket over a shirt and tie. Both individuals are depicted from the waist up and wear glasses.
Lukas Foss, composer with Yvar Mikhashoff
Two individuals are positioned indoors beside a musical instrument composed of several vertical metal pipes. The person on the left wears a dark turtleneck, and the person on the right wears a sweater with a light and dark diamond pattern. A clock is visible on the background wall to the left.
Copland seated in pupil's desk, legs crossed
A person sits in a folding chair with a small attached desk in an indoor setting featuring additional chairs and a piano in the background. They wear a dark suit, a necktie, and glasses while sitting with their legs crossed. One hand rests on the desk arm while the other is raised toward their shoulder.
A black and white portrait features a person in formal attire holding a violin and bow. The person wears a dark suit jacket over a light collared shirt and a dark bow tie. Their left hand is positioned on the neck of the violin, and a bow is held across the lower portion of the frame.
Colin Bright, composer seated, playing didjeridoo
A person is seated cross-legged on a floor, playing a long, decorated didgeridoo that extends towards the foreground. A microphone on a stand is positioned near the base of the instrument. Behind the performer are several large equipment cases and a wall with an intricate mural.
Virgil Thomson, composer in checkered jacket and polka-dot bow tie, looking down
An individual with glasses and a bowtie sits in a room with rows of auditorium seating in the background. They wear a houndstooth-patterned blazer and a dark bowtie with white polka dots while looking downward. A copyright watermark is visible across the bottom of the frame.
A person wearing a light-colored button-down shirt stands behind a row of small percussion drums while holding drumsticks. The background features floor-to-ceiling vertical curtains, and another person with a beard stands to the right near a microphone. A watermark reading "Copyright by Irene Haupt" is displayed across the upper portion of the frame.
Frank Cipolla, conductor conducting wind ensemble in performance
This black and white scene captures an orchestra from behind the percussion section during a performance. Several rows of musicians sit with their instruments and sheet music, while a conductor stands on a podium at the far end of the stage with arms outstretched. The scene includes various brass and woodwind instruments, with large kettledrums prominent in the immediate foreground.
Larry Austin, composer with Joel Chadabe and Charles Dodge
Three people are gathered in a room, looking towards a large, multi-tiered piece of electronic equipment on a table. The person on the left wears a suit jacket over a turtleneck and glasses, while the other two wear more casual jackets. The equipment features several exposed internal components, ribbons, and wires. The background consists of dark wooden paneling and a brightly lit area in the distance.
Michael McCandless, composer with other musicians
McCandless, Michael, 1957-1993 - Composer
Seven individuals gathered on a wooden stage stand behind a percussion instrument with a book of sheet music resting on its stand. The people wear varied attire, including blazers and button-down shirts, and several wear eyeglasses. In the background, rows of empty auditorium seats are visible under indoor lighting. A music stand on the right side is labeled with the text "SLEE CON. HALL SUNYAB."
Morton Feldman, composer at piano, looking down
A person with dark hair and thick-rimmed glasses sits behind a dark, reflective surface looking down at white papers. They wear a light-colored, patterned button-down shirt under the bright light of an overhead lamp. In the background, white bookshelves are filled with numerous books.
A person wearing a peaked cap and glasses sits at a desk in front of a chalkboard featuring musical staff lines. They wear a button-up jacket over a collared shirt with a raised index finger on one hand. The other hand rests on the table, and the person's mouth is upturned.
Jan Williams, percussionist using mallets on piano strings
A person stands beside a grand piano with its lid raised, wearing glasses and a blazer. They hold a mallet in each hand and reach into the instrument to touch the internal strings. A brick wall and a chair are visible in the background, while the piano's keys are seen in the foreground.
This black and white portrait shows a person sitting cross-legged on a low, circular wooden platform. The person wears dark clothing and holds a violin horizontally across their lap with a bow held in their clasped hands. The background features a light-colored wooden floor and a dark, out-of-focus area.
A person with dark, curly hair wears a checkered button-down shirt with the sleeves rolled up. They have one hand raised in a gesture with fingers spread while looking off-camera. In the foreground, a sheet of music with the title "Animus II" by Jacob Druckman is visible.
This black and white scene features a grand piano set within an installation of large, curved fabric panels. Projections depicting planetary rings and cratered surfaces are visible on both the back wall and the fabric structures. The room is darkened with track lighting visible along the ceiling.
A person wearing a turtleneck and a textured blazer sits at a piano with hands positioned on the keyboard. They are looking at sheet music on a stand, and the internal hammers and strings of the piano are visible on the left. The background features rows of empty seats in a darkened auditorium.
David Felder, composer with Yvar Mikhashoff and unidentified musician
Three individuals are positioned in a row in front of a wood-paneled wall and a musical instrument with vertical metal tubes. The person on the left wears a vest over a collared shirt, the middle person wears a dark button-down shirt, and the person on the right wears a sweater with a geometric diamond pattern. The two individuals on the left wear glasses.
A person wearing a dark suit and glasses sits at a small table in a dark environment. One glass and a bottle sit on the table, while dozens of similar bottles are arranged across the floor in front of it. A dark, low-walled circular structure encloses the area where the person and table are positioned.
Leo Smit, composer at piano, playing Rachmaninoff
A person with light hair and dark-rimmed glasses is positioned in front of a brick wall, looking down toward open musical scores. The name "S. RACHMANINOFF" is visible on the scores in the foreground. This black and white scene shows the person wearing a collared shirt and a sweater under directional lighting.