Stephen Hough, renowned for his virtuosity and interpretive depth, presents a captivating collection of piano quintets by Mozart and Beethoven. Released on BIS Records in 2007, this album offers a rich exploration of classical chamber music, spanning a total of one hour. Hough's masterful playing is showcased in Mozart's Piano Quintet in E-Flat Major, K. 452, and the lesser-known Adagio and Rondo in C Minor, K. 617, arranged for piano quintet. The album also features Beethoven's Piano Quintet in E-Flat Major, Op. 16, providing a compelling contrast to Mozart's works. Hough's nuanced performances and the exquisite interplay between the piano and strings make this album a standout in the classical genre. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or new to the genre, this album promises an engaging and rewarding listening experience.
2007 BIS2007 BIS
Tracks
Piano Quintet in E-Flat Major, K. 452: I. Largo - Allegro moderatoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Stephen Hough, Berlin Philharmonic Wind Quintet
Piano Quintet in E-Flat Major, K. 452: II. LarghettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Stephen Hough, Berlin Philharmonic Wind Quintet
Piano Quintet in E-Flat Major, K. 452: III. AllegrettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Stephen Hough, Berlin Philharmonic Wind Quintet
Adagio and Rondo in C Minor, K. 617: AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Stephen Hough, Berlin Philharmonic Wind Quintet
Adagio and Rondo in C Minor, K. 617: Rondo. Allegro, alla breve (Arr. For piano quintet)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Stephen Hough, Berlin Philharmonic Wind Quintet
Piano Quintet in E-Flat Major, Op. 16: I. Grave - Allegro ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Stephen Hough, Berlin Philharmonic Wind Quintet
Piano Quintet in E-Flat Major, Op. 16: II. Andante cantabileLudwig van Beethoven, Stephen Hough, Berlin Philharmonic Wind Quintet
Piano Quintet in E-Flat Major, Op. 16: III. Rondo. Allegro ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Stephen Hough, Berlin Philharmonic Wind Quintet