A figure skater and coach review a disappointing routine together.

A figure skating coach reminisces about her own time in the competition spotlight.

A figure skater reflects on her experience in competition and decides to switch to a new career path.

After a disappointing performance a coach chastises the skater, then dreams of her glory days; the skater decides this has been her last performance.

Louise, a young talented artist, arrives and prepares for her first climb.  She is seeking excellence, precision, and beauty.  It is a quest toward attaining perfection in her art.  Louise connects with her inspiration, support and icon: Glenn Gould.  Their journey together begins.

Louise encounters The Teacher at the window.  The Teacher instructs on the development of rigorous, meticulous technique.  Discussion of artistic philosophy is included in the training.  Glenn recalls his own teacher.

With a sense of freedom, Louise discovers daring, new musical terrain with Glenn's encouragement.

The Mother appears at the window.  She shares memories, loving praise and admonishments.  The development of her child's talent and success has been her life's focus.

Glenn tells Louise that applause should be banned.  The Housewife shares the profound impact of witnessing Glenn's performance.

Both Louise and Glenn are tired.  They share stories about their nightmares.

Louise and Glenn talk about their daily rituals.  Re-energized, Louise wants to get back to climbing again.  She starts muscling her way upward, urged on by thoughts of fame.  Glenn's focus turns to his various medications and need for isolation.  Glenn feels a sharp pain and struggles to support Louise.  Both start to lose their grip, and Louis...

Glenn is lost in a painful memory of The Mother in hospital.

The Girl calls out to Glenn.  She asks him for help with a piece of music.

Louise is ready.  She chooses a climb, exploring and unleashing her own full voice as she travels upward.