The Quiver of Life Movie Review 1980

The beginnings of music are examined, from the primeval rhythms of Africa to the first great civilizations of China, Japan, Sumeria, and Greece. Prehistoric instruments are looked at, and a modern "soundscape" (a giant mobile that emits a cacophony of sounds) is demonstrated by its creator, Canadian composer Murray Schafer. Part of the "Music of Man" series.

Distribution

Time-Life Video and Television, 1450 Palmyra Ave., Richmond, VA 23227-4420, Phone: (804)266-6330, Toll-free: 800-950-7887, Fax: (757)427-7905

Available on VHS
Running time 57 minutes.

Cast and Crew

Genres

Other

Yehudi Menuhin

Producer

CBC (Canadian Broadcasting Corporation)