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Philips 1990597 Mozart: Great Piano Concertos, Vol. 2 - Brendel

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Alfred Brendel's definitive recordings of Mozart's greatest piano concertos with the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields.

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Overview

Experience the Genius of Mozart's Piano Concertos

Mozart: The Great Piano Concertos, Vol. 2 features captivating performances by Alfred Brendel accompanied by Sir Neville Marriner and the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields. This collection showcases Mozart's brilliance in the concerto form.

Specifications:

  • Artist: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
  • Performers: Alfred Brendel, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
  • Format: Audio CD
  • Number of Discs: 2

Key Features

BRENDEL / MARRINER / ACAD. ST.

MUSICA CLASICA

INTERNATIONAL

MUSIC

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Alfred Brendel is widely regarded as one of the finest Mozart pianists ever recorded.
  • The Academy of St. Martin in the Fields under Marriner provides refined, historically informed accompaniment.
  • The Philips label is known for excellent sound engineering and recording quality.
  • A 2-disc set offers substantial listening material at good value.
  • Part of a well-curated series that collects Mozart's most beloved concertos together.

👎 Cons

  • As Volume 2, it does not include all of Mozart's great piano concertos — Volume 1 is sold separately.
  • The Philips catalog number may make it harder to find as the label has been absorbed into Decca.
  • CD format only — listeners who prefer vinyl or high-resolution digital will need to look elsewhere.
  • Liner notes and packaging details may vary depending on the pressing.

Frequently Asked Questions

This is Volume 2 of the Great Piano Concertos series featuring Alfred Brendel performing select Mozart piano concertos with Sir Neville Marriner conducting the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields.
This is a 2-disc audio CD set.
Alfred Brendel, one of the most acclaimed Mozart interpreters of the 20th century, performs all the concertos in this collection.
This is a physical audio CD release on the Philips label.