Jörg Handstein, the author of this audio biography, has also written other audio biographies for BR-KLASSIK, including those on Mahler, Wagner, and Verdi.
Historical Context
Mozart's life spanned two major 18th-century events: the Lisbon earthquake in late 1755 and the French Revolution in 1789, marking the peak and decline of the Age of Enlightenment.
Composer's Artistic Vision
A contemporary critic noted that Mozart's music constantly pulls the listener from one thought to another, without rest, which might capture its essence better than the idea of "heavenly melodies."
Album & Artwork
This album, titled "Schatten und Licht" (Shadow and Light), is an audio biography of Wolfgang Amadé Mozart by Jörg Handstein.
Recording & Production
The piano concertos on CD4 were recorded in Munich's Herkulessaal der Residenz on July 15, 1970, and Würzburg's Kaisersaal on June 22, 1973.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Mozart elevated music to a universal art form encompassing all aspects of human existence, stating he could express himself through tones because he was a musician.
Composer Biography
Mozart, despite being cherished as a child prodigy by Europe's powerful, was often neglected as a mature artist and struggled to find a permanent position, even in Vienna.
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