The Art of Piano - Great Pianists of 20th Century

G
1h 47m
1999
9 /10 (2)

piano, pianists, 20 century

Overview

This is a film that encapsulates the essence of a great pianistic age that married virtuosity and musicianship with the most thrilling aspect of individual showmanship.

Country : United States of America
Languages : English
Released Date: 1999-01-01
Director : Donald Sturrock

Top Billed Cast

Vladimir Horowitz

Self (archive footage)

Arthur Rubinstein

Self (archive footage)

Daniel Barenboim

Self

Evgeny Kissin

Self

Tamas Vasary

Self

Piotr Anderszewski

Self

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