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Tonsüchtig
What does perfection sound like? And what is the cost of striving for it day in, day out? WIRED FOR MUSIC opens the doors to a world that audiences usually only experience from the concert hall: the inner workings of the Vienna Symphony Orchestra. Amidst rehearsals, performances, and personal challenges, the film follows the musicians on their journey between euphoria and exhaustion, self-doubt and artistic heights. It is not just about the famous ‘Viennese sound’ but about the people who create it. The documentary reveals the passion and discipline behind every performance, exploring the pressure to compete, the fear of failure, and the desire to keep improving. Particularly memorable is the nerve-wracking audition for the position of first concertmaster, in which violinist Sophie Heinrich holds her own against strong competition. With great intimacy and candour, the film offers a cinematic insight into a fascinating world of music, where harmony and dissonance are often just a blink of an eye apart. A captivating film about art, dedication, and the people behind the great sounds.