Episode of Series “Tales from Hoffnung”.
A light hearted look at the various instruments of the orchestra, based on the original cartoons of the late Gerard Hoffung, satirising musical pomposity. The music was composed and conducted by Francis Chagrin, who collaborated with Hoffnung on many occasions.
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ACMI Identifier
507889
Language
English
Subject categories
Music & Performing Arts → Conductors (Music)
Music & Performing Arts → Musical instruments
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)