Brendel

Originally a Liszt specialist, Brendel extended his repertoire to include the music of mainly central European composers, but purposely avoided modern music.

This performance was under the guiding baton of Sir Simon Rattle, with whom Brendel shared a longstanding, prodigious musical partnership.

A comparative latecomer to the international stage, the full stature of Brendel's talent only became apparent at the age of 45.

Brendel listed his hobbies in Who's Who as "unintentional humour and the collection of kitsch".

Alfred Brendel, who was considered one of the world's most accomplished pianists, has died at the age of 94.