Immerse yourself in the exquisite world of classical music with Ivan Moravec's captivating album, "Piano & Violin Concertos." This remarkable collection, released on August 23, 2019, under the haenssler CLASSIC label, showcases the unparalleled artistry of Ivan Moravec and the renowned Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, conducted by the legendary Sir Neville Marriner.
Spanning an impressive 6 hours and 23 minutes, this album is a comprehensive journey through some of the most celebrated piano and violin concertos in the classical repertoire. The tracklist features iconic works by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, including his Piano Concerto No. 20 in D Minor, K 466, and Piano Concerto No. 23 in A Major, K 488, as well as compositions by Ludwig van Beethoven, Felix Mendelssohn, and Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky.
Ivan Moravec, a Czech pianist of international renown, brings his distinctive touch and profound musical insight to each piece, creating a performance that is both technically brilliant and deeply expressive. The Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, under the baton of Sir Neville Marriner, provides a rich and nuanced orchestral backdrop, highlighting the intricate interplay between soloist and ensemble.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. The meticulous attention to detail and the passion evident in every note make it a standout addition to any music collection.
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Tracks
Piano Concerto No. 20 in D Minor, K 466: I AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ivan Moravec, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Piano Concerto No. 20 in D Minor, K 466: II RomanceWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ivan Moravec, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Piano Concerto No. 20 in D Minor, K 466: III Rondo (Allegro assai)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ivan Moravec, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Piano Concerto No. 23 in A Major, K 488: I AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ivan Moravec, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Piano Concerto No. 23 in A Major, K 488: II AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ivan Moravec, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Piano Concerto No. 23 in A Major, K 488: III Allegro assaiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ivan Moravec, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Piano Concerto No. 24 in C Minor, K 491: I AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ivan Moravec, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Piano Concerto No. 24 in C Minor, K 491: II LarghettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ivan Moravec, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Piano Concerto No. 24 in C Minor, K 491: III AllegrettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ivan Moravec, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Piano Concerto No. 25 in C Major, K 503: I Allegro maestosoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ivan Moravec, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Piano Concerto No. 25 in C Major, K 503: II AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ivan Moravec, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Piano Concerto No. 25 in C Major, K 503: III AllegrettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ivan Moravec, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Piano Concerto No. 2 Op. 18 in C Minor: I ModeratoSergei Rachmaninoff, Garrick Ohlson, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Piano Concerto No. 2 Op. 18 in C Minor: II Adagio sostenutoSergei Rachmaninoff, Garrick Ohlson, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Piano Concerto No. 2 Op. 18 in C Minor: III Allegro scherzandoSergei Rachmaninoff, Garrick Ohlson, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Piano Concerto in A Minor Op. 16: I Allegro molto moderato - Cadenza - Tempo primoEdvard Grieg, Garrick Ohlson, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Piano Concerto in A Minor Op. 16: II AdagioEdvard Grieg, Garrick Ohlson, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Piano Concerto in A Minor Op. 16: III Allegro moderato e marcato - Quasi presto - Andante maestosoEdvard Grieg, Garrick Ohlson, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Piano Concerto No. 1 Op. 23 in B-Flat minor: I Allegro non troppo e molto maestoso – Allegro con spiritoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Garrick Ohlson, Dmitry Sitkovetsky, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Piano Concerto No. 1 Op. 23 in B-Flat minor: II Andante simplicePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Garrick Ohlson, Dmitry Sitkovetsky, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Piano Concerto No. 1 Op. 23 in B-Flat minor: III Allegro con fuocoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Garrick Ohlson, Dmitry Sitkovetsky, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto for Violin and Orchestra Op. 35 in D Major: I Allegro moderatoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Garrick Ohlson, Dmitry Sitkovetsky, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto for Violin and Orchestra Op. 35 in D Major: II Canzonetta. AndantePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Garrick Ohlson, Dmitry Sitkovetsky, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto for Violin and Orchestra Op. 35 in D Major: III Finale. Allegro vivacissimoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Garrick Ohlson, Dmitry Sitkovetsky, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Violin Concerto Op. 64 in E Minor: I Allegro molto appassionatoFelix Mendelssohn, Dmitry Sitkovetsky, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Violin Concerto Op. 64 in E Minor: II AndanteFelix Mendelssohn, Dmitry Sitkovetsky, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Violin Concerto Op. 64 in E Minor: III Allegretto non troppo – Allegro molto vivaceFelix Mendelssohn, Dmitry Sitkovetsky, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Violin Concerto Op. 77 in D Major: I Allegro non troppo e molto maestoso – Allegro con spiritoFelix Mendelssohn, Dmitry Sitkovetsky, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Violin Concerto Op. 77 in D Major: II AdagioFelix Mendelssohn, Dmitry Sitkovetsky, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Violin Concerto Op. 77 in D Major: III Allegro giocoso, ma non troppo vivaceFelix Mendelssohn, Dmitry Sitkovetsky, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Violin Concerto in D Minor Op. 47: I Allegro moderatoJean Sibelius, Dmitry Sitkovetsky, Pamela Frank, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Violin Concerto in D Minor Op. 47: II Adagio di moltoJean Sibelius, Dmitry Sitkovetsky, Pamela Frank, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Violin Concerto in D Minor Op. 47: III Allegro ma non tantoJean Sibelius, Dmitry Sitkovetsky, Pamela Frank, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Violin Concerto No. 1 in G Minor Op. 26: I Introduction. Allegro moltoMax Bruch, Dmitry Sitkovetsky, Pamela Frank, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Violin Concerto No. 1 in G Minor Op. 26: II AdagioMax Bruch, Dmitry Sitkovetsky, Pamela Frank, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Violin Concerto No. 1 in G Minor Op. 26: III Finale. Allegro energicoMax Bruch, Dmitry Sitkovetsky, Pamela Frank, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner