Mozart's poetry is brought to light by a clear touch
Clara Haskil's recording of Piano Concertos No. 20 and 23 is characterized by her delicate touch and natural singing. The dialogue with the Vienna Symphony Orchestra is carefully managed, and this performance is known as a masterpiece that gently portrays the beauty of Mozart's melodies.
Clara Haskil's crystalline piano playing exudes a softness that seems to breathe naturally, and her melodic delivery, particularly in No. 23, exudes her signature intimacy. In No. 20, she carefully follows the tense flow of the harmonies, effortlessly eliciting a richly nuanced musical theme. Conductor Bernhard Paumgartner and the Vienna Symphony Orchestra avoid stiffness, respecting the piano's breathing while providing gentle support. While by no means dramatic, the performance highlights Mozart's merits through the accumulation of natural, expressive transitions. This recording clearly conveys the reason for its enduring popularity, with an interpretation that maintains the purity of the music itself rather than flaunting virtuosity.
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Klavierkonzert d-moll KV 466
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Klavierkonzert A-dur KV 488
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Composed By - Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
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Orchestra - Wiener Symphoniker
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Conductor - Paul Sacher (B)
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Conductor - Bernhard Paumgartner (A)
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Piano - Clara Haskil
