Unlike most classical concertos, Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 4 begins with a brief, gentle introduction by the solo piano before the orchestra enters.
Performer Biography
Stefan Stroissnig, the pianist on this recording, has received a nomination for the Credit Suisse Award in 2014 by the Vienna Philharmonic.
Critical Reception
Both Piano Concerto No. 2 and No. 4, featured on this album, are less popular than Beethoven's other three piano concertos.
Composition History
Beethoven's catalogue strictly contains seven piano concertos, not just the commonly known five.
Composer Biography
Beethoven turned to orchestral forms relatively late in his career, not attempting larger instrumental works until his late twenties.
Composition History
The Piano Concerto No. 2, featured on this album, was actually completed before the work designated as Piano Concerto No. 1.
Composition History
Beethoven initially considered his Piano Concerto No. 2 to be of lesser quality, selling it for only ten ducats.
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