Jean-Claude Pennetier, the pianist, is a brilliant representative of the French school, with a varied musical background including contemporary music, fortepiano, conducting, and chamber music.
Recording & Production
This album is a live recording, captured at the Auditorium de la Maison de la Radio on February 20, 2016, by Radio France.
Composer's Artistic Vision
According to Alfred Brendel, Mozart's piano concertos require the pianist to find guidance in the human voice and the orchestra's solo instruments, learning to 'sing' and 'declaim' with clear articulation.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Nikolaus Harnoncourt stated that Mozart, without inventing new techniques, gave his music unparalleled depth using the same means as other composers of his time, a mystery that cannot be fully explained.
Performer Biography
The Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, founded in 1937, has hosted seasons at the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées and has been led by notable musical directors such as Myung-Whun Chung and Mikko Franck.
Performer Biography
Jean-Claude Pennetier has won top prizes in major international competitions, including the Gabriel Fauré, Marguerite Long, Geneva, and Montreal competitions.
Performer Biography
Christoph Poppen, the conductor, has an international reputation for innovative programming and a commitment to contemporary music.
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