DISCOVER THE COMPLETE ARTIST
A voice that dares, connects,
and carries music into the world.
Discover the Complete Artist takes you inside the heart of the Honens International Piano Competition—where artistry unfolds and the world listens. Through a series of exquisitely crafted miniature worlds, the film follows the transformative journey of a pianist: from the first spark of curiosity, through years of learning and exploration, to the moment they take the global stage.
Each scene embodies a milestone in the artist’s path—foster, nourish, explore, and experience—brought to life with intricate craftsmanship, symbolic details, and a cinematic piano score that grows in emotion and complexity alongside the narrative.
At its core, the film celebrates Honens’ unique philosophy: discovering the Complete Artist—a voice that inspire through their versatility, individuality, and ability to connect deeply with audiences.
THE JOURNEY OF THE COMPLETE ARTIST
Foster
A spark is seen
A whisper of potential
A story set in motion
The journey begins
Nourish
Curiosity blooms
Imagination and dreams gather
Practice becomes ritual
A voice begins to form
Explore
Discipline breathes
Boundaries blur
Artistry unfolds
Silence leans in
Experience
The stage is set
A light ignites
The world listens
BEHIND THE SCENES
AUdience reactionS
CREATIVE TEAM
Doug Cook writer / director / cinematographer / editor / production designer
Chris Kreiger producer
Angela Wolfson carpenter, fabrication support
FOLKS WHO LENT A 'HAND' (AND A VOICE)
Jer C
Hannah H
Vasyl H
Zack L
Nicholas P
