This third and final film in a series of three interviews with Elliott Carter, filmed at his Manhattan apartment in 2010, explores his creative motivations as a composer. The 102-year-old composer reflects on setting the words of poets and remembers student days with Gustav Holst.

The Carter on Carter web documentaries are presented by Boosey & Hawkes and directed  by Tommy Pearson of Red Ted Films.

The film was produced with thanks to:
Deutsche Grammophon
Bridge Records
Ideale Audience International
Frank Scheffer

View other videos in this series:
>Carter on Carter 1: Early Years
>Carter on Carter 2: Symphony and Opera