Joseph Haydn, a contemporary composer, believed Mozart to be the greatest composer he knew, praising his taste and profound knowledge of composition.
Composition History
Mozart composed nine great piano concertos in just thirteen months between February 1784 and March 1785.
Cultural Impact
Mozart's C major Piano Concerto, Exsultate, jubilate, and G minor Symphony all gained popular recognition in the 20th century, appearing in films and as pop hits.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Mozart was believed to compose music entirely in his mind, with the act of writing it down being a mere 'copying' that bored him.
Composition History
Mozart's motet Exsultate, jubilate was composed for the famous castrato Venanzio Rauzzini, whom Mozart greatly admired.
Performer Biography
Rimma Sushanskaya, the conductor on this album, was the last pupil of the renowned violinist David Oistrakh at the Moscow Conservatoire.
Composer Biography
Mozart's success in Vienna was initially limited, especially for operas, because he did not hold an official post connected to the theatre.
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