In celebration of the great pianist, ANTON KUERTI , CBC Records is re-releasing the classic set of Beethoven piano concertos with the TORONTO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA under the baton of SIR ANDREW DAVIS. Extraordinary recordings in this set of extraordinary value.
Originally recorded in 1986 during Sir Andrew’s tenure as Music Director of the TSO, and released thereafter as three single CDs, this new set brings back to the market one of the most original and exciting interpretations of these classical masterpieces. The set also includes Beethoven’s majestic show-stopper, the Fantasy for Piano, Chorus and Orchestra featuring the TORONTO MENDELSSOHN CHOIR.
Beethoven’s piano playing itself was over-whelming – powerful, surging, driven, raw, elemental and confident. Under the fingers of Anton Kuerti the performances of the concertos remain as dynamic and original as the composer himself. Enjoy!
TRACK LISTING : LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN ( 1770 – 1827 )
CD 1: Piano Concerto No. 1 in C major, Op. 15 37:51
Piano Concerto No. 2 in B flat major, Op. 19 28:14
Piano ConcertoNo. 3 in C minor, Op. 37 36:26
Piano Concerto No. 4 in G major, Op. 58 35:38
Piano Concerto No. 5 in E flat Major, Op. 73 40:31