Alfred Brendel: In Portrait (1996)

  
Format:  Alfred Brendel: In Portrait DVD 
 
 
Two illuminating documentaries focus on acclaimed pianist Alfred Brendel. First, an overview of Brendel's distinguished career includes a revealing interview and performances of works by Haydn, Mozart and Schubert. Then, Brendel discusses Beethoven's piano concertos with Sir Simon Rattle. 155 min. total. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital Surround, PCM stereo; Subtitles: English, French, German; poetry reading by Brendel.
 
SKU: D26949
$22.49
Regularly $24.99
Category:
Concerts and Performing Arts
Rated:
NR
Color:
Color
Format: 
Widescreen
Closed Captioned:
 No
 

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