Bösendorfer, the piano manufacturer, has been crafting instruments exclusively in Austria since 1828, combining traditional handcrafting, beauty, and the Viennese sound.
Performer Biography
Rodolfo Leone, the pianist on this album, won the First Prize at the 15th International Beethoven Piano Competition Vienna in 2017.
Performer Biography
Rodolfo Leone has performed extensively across Europe, North America, and China, including debuts in prestigious venues like the Musikverein in Vienna and Steinway Hall in London.
Instruments
Bösendorfer pianos use over 80% spruce tone wood, more than any other manufacturer, and the natural drying process means it takes six years for a grand piano to be completed.
Recording & Production
The International Beethoven Piano Competition Vienna, where Rodolfo Leone won first prize, exclusively features works by Beethoven, covering all phases of his creative output.
Performer Biography
Rodolfo Leone made his orchestral debut in 2013, performing Rachmaninov's Piano Concerto No. 3 with the Haydn Orchestra of Bolzano and Trento.
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