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Interviewing Alfred Brendel

BROADCAST: May. 6, 1985 | DURATION: 00:33:13

Synopsis

The Czech-born Austrian pianist, painter, poet, and essayist joins Studs to talk about performing, writing, Haydn, and humor.

*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations
 

Details

Broadcast Date
May. 6, 1985

Duration
33 minutes, 13 seconds

Topics

Music - Classical Music & Opera

People

Musicians Artists Authors, Writers

Tags

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