The Austrian Emperor Joseph II received disturbing news from his sister Marie Antoinette, the Queen of France, leading to precautions against radical sentiment in Vienna.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Mozart considered himself a spiritually inclined composer of religious and serious works, mastering traditional counterpoint techniques.
Recording & Production
The album was recorded at the Château de Fontainebleau in January 2022, a site with a rich musical history since the Renaissance.
Cultural Impact
The Château de Fontainebleau has been a center of artistic production since the Renaissance, hosting performances by Rousseau and Rameau, and masterclasses by figures like Ravel and Stravinsky.
Composition History
Mozart and librettist Lorenzo Da Ponte made the bold decision to adapt Beaumarchais's inflammatory play 'Le Mariage de Figaro' for the opera stage in 1786.
Recording & Production
This album was born from a desire for logistical emancipation and total independence in choosing its subject and repertoire.
Album & Artwork
Mozart often varied his signature, using 'Amadè' for letters to his family and inner circle, which inspired the intimate theme of this album.
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