Alfred Brendel-in Portrait - Region 0

Alfred Brendel, an artist described as "the greatest living pianist," gives once-in-a-lifetime access into his private world. 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. An additional feature is 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.