Alfred Brendel - In Portrait [2 DVDs] - Naxos Deutschland

Alfred Brendel, an artist described as ‘the greatest living pianist’, gives a once in a lifetime access into his private world. This double DVD set includes: RECITAL: Featuring Haydn - Piano Sonata in E flat major, Hob XVI/49, Mozart - Piano Sonata in C minor, K45 and Schubert - Impromptu No. 3 in G flat, D 899; DOCUMENTARY: In an illuminating documentary that chronicles his childhood and early influences, Alfred Brendel reveals his stature as an international performer, displays his admiration for the work of other artists and gives rare insights into his ideas and philosophy.

Artistic Company: BBC Worldwide

Artists:
Alfred Brendel

Aspect Ratio: 16:9

Sound: Dolby Surround; Dolby Stereo

Extras: Alfred Brendel reads his own witty and self-revelatory poetry. An inspiring conversation at the piano, in which Sir Simon Rattle and Alfred Brendel discuss the fine detail of Beethoven’s Piano Concertos Nos 2 & 3.

Subtitles: EN, FR, DE