Haydn & Mozart: Piano Works (Live in Jouques & Zug)
7/2/2021, 8 Tracks, 1:19:42
Featuring
Sviatoslav Richter
Joseph Haydn
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
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Performer Biography
Sviatoslav Richter, the pianist on this recording, was the first internationally renowned pianist to balance his repertoire across Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, and Schubert.
Historical Context
The 'Haydn-Mozart-Beethoven triumvirate' was not invented by historians but by Beethoven himself, who saw himself as the heir to Mozart and Haydn.
Interpretation
Sviatoslav Richter and Alfred Brendel are considered among today's greatest interpreters of Haydn, sharing a mission to highlight Haydn's historical importance.
Cultural Impact
Mozart's music experienced a significant revival in the 20th century, emerging as a dominant figure after a brief rivalry with Bach around the 1950s.
Performer Biography
In 1982, Sviatoslav Richter's repertoire included a substantial number of works by Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, and Schubert, demonstrating his commitment to the Wiener Klassik.
Recording & Production
The Haydn works on this album were recorded live in Jouques, France, in February 1992, while the Mozart works were recorded live in Zug, Switzerland, in October 1991.
Critical Reception
In the 19th century, audiences listened to Beethoven's music frequently, while the music of Haydn and Mozart was heard hardly ever.
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