The Sound of a Pandemic
2025
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75 minutes
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Documentary / Music
Description
When global isolation silences concert halls, an acclaimed composer and youth orchestra find hope through music.
Synopsis
The Sound of a Pandemic chronicles the resilience of young musicians and composer Camilo Aybar as they confront the sudden disruption of the global pandemic. Navigating isolation, remote rehearsals, and personal transformations, the film documents the emotional journey of uniting the Greater Victoria Youth Orchestra to create a soaring symphony of hope and healing.
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Awards & Festival Honors
- Official Selection, Music Doc Film Festival
Press & Media Coverage
Empress Avenue Contributions
- Direction
- Sound Design & 5.1 Mixing
- Colour Grading
- Editorial
- Visual Effects
- Post Supervision
Key Cast
Camilo Aybar
Self - Composer
Simon Macdonald
Self - Conductor / Teacher
Key Crew & Department
Director & Editor
Joseph Boutilier
Featured Composer
Camilo Aybar
Featuring
Simon Macdonald & The Greater Victoria Youth Orchestra
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