The Cliburn: Playing on the Edge with James Conlon (2001)

Synopsis: The heat of competition, the shared dreams, the final moment of triumph for some, and the disappointment for others. Emmy-Award-winning director/producer Peter Rosen presents this stunning... The heat of competition, the shared dreams, the final moment of triumph for some, and the disappointment for others. Emmy-Award-winning director/producer Peter Rosen presents this stunning behind-the-scene look at the immensely competitive musical event, the Eleventh Van Cliburn International Piano Competition. Witness the intense dedication and pure raw energy of these amazing pianist, and get an up-close look at the rigorous recitals, piano quintets, and concerti led by conductor James Conlon. The DVD release also includes complete performances of Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto No. 1 and Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 3. [More]

Director: Peter Rosen

Director: Peter Rosen