Ignaz von Seyfried, a pupil of Mozart, created these orchestral arrangements in the early 19th century to promote his mentor's music.
Critical Reception
Despite efforts to promote them, Seyfried's two fantasies were rarely performed and are believed not to have been heard since 1840 until this recording.
Recording & Production
This album features world premiere recordings of Ignaz von Seyfried's orchestral arrangements of Mozart's piano and organ fantasies.
Compositional Technique
The Grande Fantaisie in F minor combines movements from Mozart's Piano Quartet in G minor, K 478, and the Organ Fantasy in F minor, K 608, arranged for orchestra.
Historical Context
In the early 19th century, arrangements were common, allowing music lovers to enjoy works even without a large orchestra or access to high society salons.
Compositional Technique
The Grande Fantaisie in C minor is an orchestral arrangement of Mozart's Piano Fantasy in C minor, K 475, and the Piano Sonata K 457.
Critical Reception
Contemporary reviews of Seyfried's arrangements, such as those in the Allgemeine musikalische Zeitung, provide insight into their reception.
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