Mozart: The Piano Concertos; Rondos, K.382 & 386 [Box set] [Import]

Track Listings

1. Piano Concerto No. 1 In F Major, Kv 37- 1. Allegro

2. Piano Concerto No. 1 In F Major, Kv 37- 2. Andante

3. Piano Concerto No. 1 In F Major, Kv 37- 3. Allegro

4. Piano Concerto No. 2 In B Flat Major, Kv 39- 1. Allegro Spiritoso

5. Piano Concerto No. 2 In B Flat Major, Kv 39- 2. Andante

6. Piano Concerto No. 2 In B Flat Major, Kv 39- 3. Molto Allegro

7. Piano Concerto No. 3 In D Major, Kv 40- 1. Allegro Maestoso

8. Piano Concerto No. 3 In D Major, Kv 40- 2. Andante

9. Piano Concerto No. 3 In D Major, Kv 40- 3. Presto

10. Piano Concerto No. 4 In G Major, Kv 41- 1. Allegro

11. Piano Concerto No. 4 In G Major, Kv 41- 2. Andante

12. Piano Concerto No. 4 In G Major, Kv 41- 3. Molto Allegro

13. Piano Concerto No. 5 In D Major, Kv 175- 1. Allegro

14. Piano Concerto No. 5 In D Major, Kv 175- 2. Andante Ma Un Poco Adagio

15. Piano Concerto No. 5 In D Major, Kv 175- 3. Allegro

16. Piano Concerto No. 6 In B Flat Major, Kv 238- 1. Allegro Aperto

17. Piano Concerto No. 6 In B Flat Major, Kv 238- 2. Andante Un Poco Adagio

18. Piano Concerto No. 6 In B Flat Major, Kv 238- 3. Rondeau - Allegro

19. Piano Concerto No. 8 In C Major, Kv 246 -LÜTzow-- 1. Allegro Aperto

20. Piano Concerto No. 8 In C Major, Kv 246 -LÜTzow-- 2. Andante

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Album Details
Box Set of Perahia's Critically Acclaimed Cycle of the Great Mozart Piano Concertos Brings You the Entire Cycle in One Convenient and Pleasurable Box.

Tracks:

Concerto No. 1 In F Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 37
Concerto No. 2 In B-Flat Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 39
Concerto No. 3 In D Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 40
Concerto No. 4 In G Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 41
Concerto No. 5 For Piano And Orchestra, K. 175
Concerto No. 6 In B-Flat Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 238
Concerto No. 8 In C Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 246
Concerto No. 9 In E-Flat Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 271
Concerto No. 11 In F Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 413
Concerto No. 12 In A Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 414
Concerto No. 13 In C Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 415
Concerto No. 14 In E-Flat Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 449
Concerto No. 15 In B-Flat Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 450
Concerto No. 16 In D Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 451
Concerto No. 17 In G Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 453
Concerto No. 18 In B-Flat Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 456
Concerto No. 19 In F Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 459
Concerto No. 20 In D Minor For Piano And Orchestra, K. 466
Concerto No. 21 In C Major For Piano And Orchestra, K.467
Concerto No. 22 In E-Flat Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 482
Concerto No. 23 In A Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 488
Piano Concerto No. 9 In E Flat Major, Kv 271 -Jeune Homme-- 1. Allegro
Piano Concerto No. 9 In E Flat Major, Kv 271 -Jeune Homme-- 2. Andantino
Piano Concerto No. 9 In E Flat Major, Kv 271 -Jeune Homme-- 3. Rondeau - Presto
Concerto No. 27 In B-Flat Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 595
Rondo In D Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 382

Album Details

Box Set of Perahia's Critically Acclaimed Cycle of the Great Mozart Piano Concertos Brings You the Entire Cycle in One Convenient and Pleasurable Box.

Customer Reviews:

Uchida versus Perahia in the Mozart concertos.......2006-03-19

Murray Perahia was quite a young man when he started his cycle as both pianist and conductor in the Mozart concertos. He was followed by another superb Mozartean, Mitsuko Uchida, whose cycle on Philips features the same English Chamber Orchestra, so I thought it might be worthwhile to compare the two.

Perahia: Perahia is a thougtful, non-virtuosic, and highly musical pianist. He was at his most extroverted in these works, thereby escaping any tendency to make Mozart sound precious or dainty. Although he had never conducted a recording before, he also proved a vigorous leader from the keyboard (not exceeding Bernstein in this dual role, but Bernstein only made a handful of concerto recordings). The orchestral accompaniments are vivacious, if a bit straightforward. Perahia saves his musical insights for the keyboard in large part, and here he excels. His interpretations are flawless, full of invention. The recorded sound, especially in early installments, can be rough, however, resulting in a somewhat shallow, bright, and brittle piano. As listed here at Amazon there is an enormous price difference (2-to-1 or more) between this 12-disc set and Uchida's 9-disc one, but at other retailers and on the used market both can be bought very cheaply.

Uchida: From the rapturous reviews below, you would think Perahia has no rivals in this music. He does, of course, in Clifford Curzon, Clara Haskil, Rudolf Serkin (though not the late, enfeebled recordings on DG), and Uchida herself, to mention only a few. Uchida first made her mark by recording the complete Mozart sonatas. Here she is joined by a talented ocnductor, Jeffrey Tate, who may be a deciding factor for some buyers since his accompaniments are more polished and detailed than Perahia's. Philips also gives the ECO and the piano better sound, with more warmth and depth than we hear from Perahia. As an itnerpreter, Uchida is more studied--her phrasing can be affected compared to Perahia's--but in general she is to the manner born. This is immpeccable playing, and her ability to shape a lyrical phrase bows to no one. Uchida's complete cycle sells for under $65 at Amazon and much cheaper than that on the used market.

I found while collecting these great works that both Uchida and Perahia were completely satisfying--modern and fresh without resorting to period-performance mannerisms--and on any given day I liked one as much as the other. However, the advantage of having a good conductor and better sound is undeniably in Uchida's favor, while Perahia's more natural, extroverted style gives him an advantage. We are fortunate to have two compellling cycles at mid-price.

The Finest Mozart Piano Concerto Cycle Ever Recorded!I.......2006-01-29

I have written reviews as far ago as ten years about this cycle and my opinion has not wavered. This is one of Gramophone Magazine's 100 greatest recordings of all time and deservedly so. The concertos are my favorite mozart works and I have literally heard all major recordings of these works. Nothing compares. I wanted to let everyone know that this cycle will be re-issued in 2006 for the Mozart 250th birthday celebration with additional material included. This particular issue contains no booklet and the new release will be far more comprehensive. These works have been in my cd player regularly since they were first released and even before that on LP. The concertos were intended to be conducted by the pianist with a chamber orchestra as here. The English Chamber Orchestra is well up to the task and in my opinion one of the premiere Mozart bands in the world along with Sir Neville Marriner and the Academy. This is an issue to be treasured. Enjoy!

The artistic straightness! .......2005-12-20

Murray Perahia's musical integrity is unquestionable. Every time you listen this admirable pianist you feel the astonishing clarity of his impeccable phrasing as the final result of a conviction, a long journey that began in his soul and finished in his hands.

There are just a few pianists in the world who still maintain a musical thought (that has became an authentic rareness) far beyond the astonishing technique and refinement. Perahia playing is ambitious; that 's why he sounds so interesting and ever challenging the traditional canons.

In 2006 I really hope Perahia will record again Mozart 's Complete Piano works. So keep in mind this formidable artist of the piano.

Glad I bought this!.......2005-08-05

I am relatively new at buying classical music, so I really appreciate these reviews. It was through these, in fact, that I first discovered Murray Perahia, and I LOVE his piano playing. His interpretation is just right to me; while being technically perfect, he imparts just the right emotion--without ever going overboard or sounding mechanical. His playing sounds so light, so flawless--he makes it seem easy. You can feel the joy he has in performing these pieces. I love them all, and I was thrilled to add considerably to my meager collection at a price I could afford. I also strongly recommend "Murray Perahia Bach Keyboard Concertos Nos. 1,2 &4" and "Murray Perahia Bach Keyboard Concertos Nos. 3,5,6,7."

Mid-Price steal.......2004-06-18

At full price this set of Mozart Concertos was arguably the top choice available (penguin guide giving the set its highest rating) This current re-issue at mid-price is an absolute steal. Some may have reservations regarding the removal of program notes, but in truth these are rarely if ever read and are therefore unncessary anyway. Besides, one can access a vast amount of information about these concertos in books or off the Internet if required.

Tracks:

I. Allegro
II. Romance
III. Rondo (Allegro Assai)
I. Allegro
II. Adagio
III. Allegro Assai
Allegretto Grazioso
Adagio
Allegro
Concert Rondo In A Major, K.386

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1. Piano Concerto No. 1 In F Major, Kv 37- 1. Allegro
2. Piano Concerto No. 1 In F Major, Kv 37- 2. Andante
3. Piano Concerto No. 1 In F Major, Kv 37- 3. Allegro
4. Piano Concerto No. 2 In B Flat Major, Kv 39- 1. Allegro Spiritoso
5. Piano Concerto No. 2 In B Flat Major, Kv 39- 2. Andante
6. Piano Concerto No. 2 In B Flat Major, Kv 39- 3. Molto Allegro
7. Piano Concerto No. 3 In D Major, Kv 40- 1. Allegro Maestoso
8. Piano Concerto No. 3 In D Major, Kv 40- 2. Andante
9. Piano Concerto No. 3 In D Major, Kv 40- 3. Presto
10. Piano Concerto No. 4 In G Major, Kv 41- 1. Allegro
11. Piano Concerto No. 4 In G Major, Kv 41- 2. Andante
12. Piano Concerto No. 4 In G Major, Kv 41- 3. Molto Allegro
13. Piano Concerto No. 5 In D Major, Kv 175- 1. Allegro
14. Piano Concerto No. 5 In D Major, Kv 175- 2. Andante Ma Un Poco Adagio
15. Piano Concerto No. 5 In D Major, Kv 175- 3. Allegro
16. Piano Concerto No. 6 In B Flat Major, Kv 238- 1. Allegro Aperto
17. Piano Concerto No. 6 In B Flat Major, Kv 238- 2. Andante Un Poco Adagio
18. Piano Concerto No. 6 In B Flat Major, Kv 238- 3. Rondeau - Allegro
19. Piano Concerto No. 8 In C Major, Kv 246 -LÜTzow-- 1. Allegro Aperto
20. Piano Concerto No. 8 In C Major, Kv 246 -LÜTzow-- 2. Andante