Filmed at Snape Maltings Concert Hall, Suffolk, UK, July 2000, Alfred Brendel, one of the leading musicians of our time, gives a once-in-a-lifetime access into his private world.

In an illuminating 70-minute documentary that chronicles his childhood and early influences, Alfred Brendel reveals his stature as a performer, displays his admiration for the work of other artists, and speaks about his views and ideas. Includes complete performances of: Haydn Piano Sonata in E flat major, Hob. XVI/49 Mozart Piano Sonata in C minor K. 457 Schubert Impromptu No. 3 in G flat, D. 899. Plus an inspiring 30-minute conversation at the piano, in which Sir Simon Rattle and Alfred Brendel discuss Beethoven’s Piano Concertos Nos. 2 & 3.

Extra feature: Alfred Brendel reads his own witty and subversive poetry.

This is a 2 DVD set!