This album features live concert recordings from the Warsaw Philharmonic Hall, captured in 1979 and 1980.
Compositional Technique
The Romantic concerto, exemplified by works from Chopin to Rachmaninov, was often written with a theatrical intention, designed for outstanding artists to bring the music to life.
Historical Context
The National Philharmonic Orchestra's original hall was destroyed during World War II, and 32 of its 72 members died in the war.
Performer Biography
Martha Argerich, the pianist on this album, is considered one of the most brilliant performers of Romantic Piano Concertos.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Tchaikovsky adopted a basic Romantic technique from Schumann: molding musical sound through the informed sensitivity of the performer, which became a principal trait of his individual style.
Performer Biography
Kazimierz Kord, the conductor, made his Metropolitan Opera debut in 1972, leading Tchaikovsky's 'Queen of Spades'.
Composition History
The two main concertos on this album, Schumann's and Tchaikovsky's, were composed about 30 years apart, with Schumann's in 1845 and Tchaikovsky's in 1875.
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