Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Malcolm Williamson's piano concertos with this comprehensive collection, released on Hyperion in 2014. Spanning nearly two hours, this album showcases Williamson's remarkable contributions to the piano concerto genre, featuring four complete concertos and a sinfonia concertante. Each piece is a testament to Williamson's unique compositional voice, blending technical virtuosity with expressive depth. From the lively and energetic movements to the introspective and lyrical passages, this collection offers a rich tapestry of musical experiences. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Williamson's work, this album provides an excellent opportunity to explore the full range of his concertos. The performances are brought to life by top-notch musicians, ensuring a listening experience that is both engaging and rewarding.
Piano Concerto No. 1 in A Major: I. Poco lento – Allegro – Poco lentoMalcolm Williamson, Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra, Howard Shelley, Piers Lane
Piano Concerto No. 1 in A Major: II. AndantinoMalcolm Williamson, Howard Shelley, Piers Lane, Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra
Piano Concerto No. 1 in A Major: III. Poco prestoMalcolm Williamson, Howard Shelley, Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra, Piers Lane
Concerto for 2 Pianos and String Orchestra in A Minor: I. Allegro ma non troppoMalcolm Williamson, Howard Shelley, Piers Lane, Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra
Concerto for 2 Pianos and String Orchestra in A Minor: II. LentoMalcolm Williamson, Piers Lane, Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra, Howard Shelley
Concerto for 2 Pianos and String Orchestra in A Minor: III. Allegro vivoMalcolm Williamson, Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra, Howard Shelley, Piers Lane
Piano Concerto No. 2 in F-Sharp Minor: I. Allegro con brioMalcolm Williamson, Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra, Piers Lane, Howard Shelley
Piano Concerto No. 2 in F-Sharp Minor: II. Andante lentoMalcolm Williamson, Howard Shelley, Piers Lane, Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra
Piano Concerto No. 2 in F-Sharp Minor: III. Allegro con spiritoMalcolm Williamson, Howard Shelley, Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra, Piers Lane
Piano Concerto No. 3 in E-Flat Major: I. Toccata. AllegroMalcolm Williamson, Piers Lane, Howard Shelley, Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra
Piano Concerto No. 3 in E-Flat Major: II. Allegro (Allegretto)Malcolm Williamson, Piers Lane, Howard Shelley, Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra
Piano Concerto No. 3 in E-Flat Major: III. Molto largo e cantandoMalcolm Williamson, Howard Shelley, Piers Lane, Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra
Piano Concerto No. 3 in E-Flat Major: IV. Ben allegroMalcolm Williamson, Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra, Piers Lane, Howard Shelley
Sinfonia concertante in F-Sharp Major: I. Crotchet = 76Malcolm Williamson, Yoram Levy, Howard Shelley, Mark Bain, Piers Lane, Martin Phillipson, Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra
Sinfonia concertante in F-Sharp Major: II. Andante lentoMalcolm Williamson, Piers Lane, Howard Shelley, Martin Phillipson, Mark Bain, Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra, Yoram Levy
Sinfonia concertante in F-Sharp Major: III. PrestoMalcolm Williamson, Piers Lane, Martin Phillipson, Mark Bain, Howard Shelley, Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra, Yoram Levy
Piano Concerto No. 4 in D Major: I. AllegroMalcolm Williamson, Howard Shelley, Piers Lane, Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra
Piano Concerto No. 4 in D Major: II. Andante piacevoleMalcolm Williamson, Howard Shelley, Piers Lane, Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra
Piano Concerto No. 4 in D Major: III. Allegro vivo con fuocoMalcolm Williamson, Howard Shelley, Piers Lane, Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra
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