Glenn Gould Studio — Local services in Toronto

Glenn Herbert Gould (September 25, 1932 – October 4, 1982) was a Canadian classical pianist. He was one of the most famous and celebrated pianists of the 20th century and was renowned as an interpreter of the keyboard works of Johann Sebastian Bach. Gould's playing was distinguished by remarkable technical proficiency and a capacity to articulate the contrapuntal texture of Bach's music.

Gould rejected most of the standard Romantic piano literature by Chopin, Liszt, Rachmaninoff, and others, in favor of Bach and Beethoven mainly, along with some late-Romantic and modernist composers. Although his recordings were dominated by Bach and Beethoven, Gould's repertoire was diverse, including works by Mozart, Haydn, Scriabin, and Brahms; pre-Baroque composers such as Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck, William Byrd, and Orlando Gibbons; and 20th-century composers including Paul Hindemith, Arnold Schoenberg, and Richard Strauss. Gould was known for his eccentricities, from his unorthodox musical interpretations and mannerisms at the keyboard to aspects of his lifestyle and behavior. He stopped giving concerts at age 31 to concentrate on studio recording and other projects.

Gould was also a writer, broadcaster, composer, and conductor. He was a prolific contributor to musical journals, in which he discussed music theory and outlined his musical philosophy. He performed on television and radio and produced three musique concrète radio documentaries, the Solitude Trilogy, about isolated areas of Canada. Though known chiefly as a pianist, Gould capped off his musical career with a recording of Wagner's Siegfried Idyll...

I had the pleasure of visiting the magnificent Glenn Gould Studio while attending the Toronto Womxn in Data Science conference. What a remarkable experience it was! The studio boasts a spacious and impressive venue, complete with a large auditorium filled with comfortable seating and captivating stages.

The mall was thoughtfully designed, creating an atmosphere that was both elegant and inviting. The comfortable seats provided the perfect vantage point to enjoy the competition that took place...

I've been fortunate enough to be at the Glenn Gould Studio both for a recorded Concert Experience as well as for a conference. As a conference facility it is comfortable and I like that the lobby is cozy. The lobby leads to a lot of informal conversation with your fellow conference attendees. The concert experience was excellent with great sound and good viewing as well. I would highly recommend this facility if you were planning an...