Ashkenazy observed: episodes from the life of a wandering musician: a documentary by Christopher Nupen

A pianist of dazzling technical ability and unimpeachable artistry, a conductor of international renown and astonishing range, a thoughtful and private individual who seeks solitude and the beauty of nature rather the limelight of fame--Vladimir Ashkenazy has astounded and fascinated audiences since...

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Other Authors: Stravinsky, Igor 1882-1971, Chopin, Frédéric 1810-1849, Beethoven, Ludwig van 1770-1827, Respighi, Ottorino 1879-1936, Mussorgsky, Modest Petrovich 1839-1881, Sibelius, Jean 1865-1957
Format: Electronic Video
Language:English
Published: [Guildford, England] Allegro Films [1987]
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Online Access:BSB01
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Summary:A pianist of dazzling technical ability and unimpeachable artistry, a conductor of international renown and astonishing range, a thoughtful and private individual who seeks solitude and the beauty of nature rather the limelight of fame--Vladimir Ashkenazy has astounded and fascinated audiences since he burst onto the classical scene with prizes at the International Chopin Competition in 1955 (still just a teenager) and the International Tchaikovsky Competition in 1962. With interviews and concert footage shot over twenty years, Christopher Nupen gives a glimpse at the life and artistic development of one of the most important artists of our time. With guest appearances by Itzhak Perlman, Lynn Harrell, and Daniel Barenboim, watch Ashkenazy perform and conduct repertoire by Franck, Mozart, Stravinsky, Respighi, Mussorgsky, Sibelius, and Beethoven (whose remarkable Piano Sonata Op. 109 concludes the documentary in a glorious full performance)
Item Description:Includes complete performances of Chopin Etude op 10 no. 1 and Beethoven piano sonatas op. 109
Physical Description:1 Online-Ressource (1 video file (1 hr., 5 min., 27 sec.)) sound, color with black and white sequences
Production Credits:Editor, Peter Heelas

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