Immerse yourself in the early genius of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart with "Mozart: Early Symphonies Vol. 2." Released on January 16, 2006, this compilation by Deutsche Harmonia Mundi offers a captivating journey through some of Mozart's earliest symphonic works. Spanning a diverse range of compositions, from the exuberant Symphony No. 47 in D Major to the dramatic Symphony No. 25 in G Minor, this album showcases the young composer's remarkable versatility and innovation.
Each symphony is a masterclass in orchestral writing, blending lively allegros, graceful andantes, and spirited finales. The album also includes overtures from Mozart's operas, such as "Ascanio in Alba" and "La finta giardiniera," providing a glimpse into his operatic genius. The collection concludes with a delicate Minuet in C Major, K. 409, a perfect encapsulation of Mozart's ability to convey elegance and charm in a concise form.
With a total runtime of 1 hour and 58 minutes, this album is a substantial exploration of Mozart's early symphonic output. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Mozart's work, "Mozart: Early Symphonies Vol. 2" offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
(P) 2006 SONY BMG MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT (GERMANY) GmbH
Tracks
Symphony No. 47 in D Major, K. 97 (73m): I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt
Symphony No. 47 in D Major, K. 97 (73m): II. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt
Symphony No. 47 in D Major, K. 97 (73m): III. Menuetto & TrioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt
Symphony No. 47 in D Major, K. 97 (73m): IV. PrestoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt
Symphony in D Major: Overture & No. 1 from "Ascanio in Alba", K. 111 & K. 120/111a: I. Allegro assaiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt
Symphony in D Major: Overture & No. 1 from "Ascanio in Alba", K. 111 & K. 120/111a: II. Andante graziosoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt
Symphony in D Major: Overture & No. 1 from "Ascanio in Alba", K. 111 & K. 120/111a: III. Finale - PrestoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt
Symphony No. 15 in G Major, K. 124: I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien
Symphony No. 15 in G Major, K. 124: II. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien
Symphony No. 15 in G Major, K. 124: III. MenuettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien
Symphony No. 15 in G Major, K. 124: IV. PrestoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien
Symphony No. 50 in D Major, K. 141a (Overture from "Il sogno di Scipione", K. 126 & K. 161/163): I. Allegro moderatoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt
Symphony No. 50 in D Major, K. 141a (Overture from "Il sogno di Scipione", K. 126 & K. 161/163): II. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt
Symphony No. 50 in D Major, K. 141a (Overture from "Il sogno di Scipione", K. 126 & K. 161/163): III. PrestoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt
Symphony No. 22 in C Major, K. 162: I. Allegro assaiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt
Symphony No. 22 in C Major, K. 162: II. Andante graziosoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt
Symphony No. 22 in C Major, K. 162: III. Presto assaiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt
Symphony No. 26 in E-Flat Major, K. 184 (K. 161a): I. Molto prestoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt
Symphony No. 26 in E-Flat Major, K. 184 (K. 161a): II. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt
Symphony No. 26 in E-Flat Major, K. 184 (K. 161a): III. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt
Symphony No. 27 in G Major, K. 199 (161b): I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt
Symphony No. 27 in G Major, K. 199 (161b): II. Andante graziosoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt
Symphony No. 27 in G Major, K. 199 (161b): III. PrestoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt
Symphony No. 25 in G Minor, K. 183: I. Allegro con brioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien
Symphony No. 25 in G Minor, K. 183: II. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien
Symphony No. 25 in G Minor, K. 183: III. MenuettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien
Symphony No. 25 in G Minor, K. 183: IV. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien
Symphony in D Major (Overture from "La finta giardiniera", K. 196 & K. 127 (207a)): I. Allegro moltoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt
Symphony in D Major (Overture from "La finta giardiniera", K. 196 & K. 127 (207a)): II. Andante graziosoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt
Symphony in D Major (Overture from "La finta giardiniera", K. 196 & K. 127 (207a)): III. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt
Minuet in C Major, K. 409Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien