Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's violin concertos with this exceptional collection, released on EMI in 2011. Spanning a generous duration of 2 hours and 22 minutes, this album showcases Mozart's unparalleled mastery of the violin concerto form, featuring his complete set of five violin concertos (Nos. 1-5), along with the Adagio for Violin and Orchestra in E Major, K. 261, and two enchanting rondos.
Each concerto is a jewel in its own right, from the lyrical grace of the Violin Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Major, K. 207, to the spirited virtuosity of the Violin Concerto No. 5 in A Major, K. 219 "Turkish." The inclusion of cadenzas by renowned violinists such as Itzhak Perlman, Pinchas Zukerman, and David Oistrakh adds a personal touch and historical context to these performances.
This album is a testament to Mozart's enduring appeal and the violin's expressive power. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this collection offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. The performances are marked by subtlety, finesse, and the spontaneity of live music, bringing Mozart's compositions to life with vibrant energy and emotional depth.
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Major, K. 207: I. Allegro moderatoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Frank Peter Zimmermann, Jörg Faerber, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Major, K. 207: II. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Frank Peter Zimmermann, Jörg Faerber, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Major, K. 207: III. PrestoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Frank Peter Zimmermann, Jörg Faerber, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 2 in D Major, K. 211: I. Allegro moderato (Cadenza by Zukerman)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Frank Peter Zimmermann, Jörg Faerber, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 2 in D Major, K. 211: II. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Frank Peter Zimmermann, Jörg Faerber, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 2 in D Major, K. 211: III. Rondeau. Allegro (Cadenza by Oistrakh)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Frank Peter Zimmermann, Jörg Faerber, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 3 in G Major, K. 216: I. Allegro (Cadenza by Beyer)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Frank Peter Zimmermann, Jörg Faerber, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 3 in G Major, K. 216: II. Adagio (Cadenza by Beyer)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Frank Peter Zimmermann, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn, Jörg Faerber
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 3 in G Major, K. 216: III. Rondeau. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Frank Peter Zimmermann, Jörg Faerber, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 4 in D Major, K. 218: I. Allegro (Cadenza by Joachim)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Frank Peter Zimmermann, Jörg Faerber, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 4 in D Major, K. 218: II. Andante cantabile (Cadenza by Joachim)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Frank Peter Zimmermann, Jörg Faerber, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 4 in D Major, K. 218: III. Rondeau. Andante grazioso (Cadenza by Joachim)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Frank Peter Zimmermann, Jörg Faerber, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 5 in A Major, K. 219 "Turkish": I. Allegro aperto (Cadenza by Joachim)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Frank Peter Zimmermann, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn, Jörg Faerber
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 5 in A Major, K. 219 "Turkish": II. Adagio (Cadenza by Joachim)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Frank Peter Zimmermann, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn, Jörg Faerber
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 5 in A Major, K. 219 "Turkish": III. Rondeau. Tempo di menuetto (Cadenza by Joachim)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Frank Peter Zimmermann, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn, Jörg Faerber
Mozart: Adagio for Violin and Orchestra in E Major, K. 261Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn/Frank Peter Zimmermann/Jörg Faerber, Jörg Faerber, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
Mozart: Rondo for Violin and Orchestra in C Major, K. 373Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Frank Peter Zimmermann, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn, Jörg Faerber
Mozart: Rondo for Violin and Orchestra in B-Flat Major, K. 269Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn/Frank Peter Zimmermann/Jörg Faerber, Jörg Faerber, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn