Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of classical piano music with Clara Haskil's "Mozart & Beethoven: Piano Concertos." Released in 2015 under the Andromeda label, this album is a masterful collection of piano concertos that showcases the extraordinary talent of Clara Haskil, one of the most celebrated pianists of the 20th century.
Spanning a generous 3 hours and 25 minutes, this album features a selection of some of the most beloved piano concertos by Mozart and Beethoven. The tracklist includes iconic pieces such as Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 3 in C Minor, Op. 37 and Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Major, Op. 58, as well as Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 9 in E-Flat Major, K. 271 "Jeunehomme," Piano Concerto No. 13 in C Major, K. 415, Piano Concerto No. 19 in F Major, K. 459, Piano Concerto No. 20 in D Minor, K. 466, and Piano Concerto No. 23 in A Major, K. 488.
Clara Haskil's performances are renowned for their technical precision, emotional depth, and lyrical beauty. Her interpretations of these concertos are no exception, offering a rich and nuanced listening experience that highlights the genius of both composers. Accompanied by distinguished orchestras such as the Orchester Musikkollegium Winterthur and conducted by notable figures like Henry Swoboda, Haskil's playing is brought to life with exquisite clarity and finesse.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is a treasure trove of musical brilliance. Clara Haskil's artistry and the timeless compositions of Mozart and Beethoven make "Mozart & Beethoven: Piano Concertos" a must-listen for anyone who appreciates the beauty and complexity of classical piano music.
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Tracks
Piano Concerto No. 3 in C Minor, Op. 37: I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Clara Haskil, Orchester Musikkollegium Winterthur, Henry Swoboda
Piano Concerto No. 3 in C Minor, Op. 37: II. LargoLudwig van Beethoven, Clara Haskil, Orchester Musikkollegium Winterthur, Henry Swoboda
Piano Concerto No. 3 in C Minor, Op. 37: III. Rondo. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Clara Haskil, Orchester Musikkollegium Winterthur, Henry Swoboda
Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Major, Op. 58: I. Allegro moderatoLudwig van Beethoven, Clara Haskil, London Symphony Orchestra, Carlo Zecchi
Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Major, Op. 58: II. Andante con motoLudwig van Beethoven, Clara Haskil, London Symphony Orchestra, Carlo Zecchi
Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Major, Op. 58: III. Rondo. VivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Clara Haskil, London Symphony Orchestra, Carlo Zecchi
Piano Concerto No. 9 in E-Flat Major, K. 271 "Jeunehomme": I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Clara Haskil, Stuttgart Radio Orchestra, Carl Schuricht
Piano Concerto No. 9 in E-Flat Major, K. 271 "Jeunehomme": II. AndantinoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Clara Haskil, Stuttgart Radio Orchestra, Carl Schuricht
Piano Concerto No. 9 in E-Flat Major, K. 271 "Jeunehomme": III. Rondo. PrestoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Clara Haskil, Stuttgart Radio Orchestra, Carl Schuricht
Piano Concerto No. 13 in C Major, K. 415: I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Clara Haskil, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Ferenc Fricsay
Piano Concerto No. 13 in C Major, K. 415: II. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Clara Haskil, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Ferenc Fricsay
Piano Concerto No. 13 in C Major, K. 415: III. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Clara Haskil, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Ferenc Fricsay
Piano Concerto No. 19 in F Major, K. 459: I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Clara Haskil, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Ferenc Fricsay
Piano Concerto No. 19 in F Major, K. 459: II. AllegrettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Clara Haskil, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Ferenc Fricsay
Piano Concerto No. 19 in F Major, K. 459: III. Allegro assaiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Clara Haskil, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Ferenc Fricsay
Piano Concerto No. 20 in D Minor, K. 466: I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Clara Haskil, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Ferenc Fricsay
Piano Concerto No. 20 in D Minor, K. 466: II. RomanceWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Clara Haskil, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Ferenc Fricsay
Piano Concerto No. 20 in D Minor, K. 466: III. Rondo. Allegro assaiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Clara Haskil, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Ferenc Fricsay
Piano Concerto No. 23 in A Major, K. 488: I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Clara Haskil, Wiener Symphoniker, Paul Sacher
Piano Concerto No. 23 in A Major, K. 488: II. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Clara Haskil, Wiener Symphoniker, Paul Sacher
Piano Concerto No. 23 in A Major, K. 488: III. Allegro assaiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Clara Haskil, Wiener Symphoniker, Paul Sacher