This album is part of the "Next Generation Mozart Soloists" edition, a project initiated in 2020 and supported by the Eppur si muove Foundation.
Composition History
In 1784 alone, Mozart composed six piano concertos, four of which were written in quick succession between February and April.
Interpretation
Pianist Jonathan Fournel describes his first orchestral recording experience as an "unforgettable and unbelievable collaboration" with Howard Griffiths and the Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg.
Notable Performances
Mozart's father, Leopold Mozart, witnessed his son's success in Vienna, including an instance where the emperor himself called out "bravo Mozart" after a performance.
Historical Context
Mozart, after leaving his disliked position in Salzburg in 1781, moved to Vienna and gained immense fame, eventually influencing musical tastes rather than just following them.
Performer Biography
Jonathan Fournel, the pianist on this recording, won the Grand Prix Queen Mathilde at the International Queen Elisabeth Competition in 2021 at the age of 27.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Howard Griffiths, the conductor, believes that playing Mozart is like looking in a mirror, where every aspect of the performance must come together and yet remain lively within Mozart's framework.
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