Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 12 in A major, K. 414, was written in 1782 as he sought to establish himself as a freelance composer in Vienna, and it was a great success with the public.
Historical Context
Prince-Elector Charles Theodore's patronage led to the development of the 'Mannheim School,' a new instrumental style that significantly contributed to the Classical style.
Historical Context
The regency of Prince-Elector Charles Theodore (1724-1799) transformed Mannheim into a cultural metropolis, attracting many artists, musicians, poets, and philosophers.
Compositional Technique
Ignaz Holzbauer's Symphony in E-flat major Op. 4 No. 3, featured on this album, includes a programmatic finale titled 'La tempesta del mare' depicting a storm at sea.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's piano concertos, including the two A major concertos on this album, are considered the pinnacle of his instrumental output and a distillation of his genius.
Performer Biography
Matea Leko, the pianist on this recording, is one of the most talented Croatian pianists of her generation, having given over 200 concerts across Croatia and Europe.
Composer Biography
Ignaz Holzbauer (1711-1783), a prolific composer, was highly regarded by Leopold and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart for his contributions to the Mannheim court orchestra.
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