Zoltán Kocsis - Mozart: Piano Sonatas Vol 2 / Hungaroton 3x Audio CD 1998 Stereo / HCD 31804-806

UPC 5991813180421

Product Details

• Label: Hungaroton – HCD 31804-806
• Format: 3 x CD, Stereo
• Country: Hungary
• Released: 1998
• Genre: Classical
• Style: Classical, Piano Music

Product Features

A Masterful Interpretation of Mozart's Piano Sonatas

This 3x CD collection features Zoltán Kocsis, one of Hungary's most celebrated pianists, performing a selection of Mozart's piano sonatas. The recordings are produced and engineered by a skilled team, ensuring the highest sound quality, allowing every nuance of Kocsis's interpretation to shine.

Overview

Zoltán Kocsis - Mozart: Piano Sonatas Vol. 2 is a distinguished collection that showcases the exceptional artistry of Zoltán Kocsis, one of the most esteemed pianists of his generation. This volume includes nine of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's piano sonatas, alongside the profound "Fantasia in C Minor, K. 475." Kocsis’s performance is characterized by his deep understanding of Mozart’s music, bringing out the clarity, elegance, and emotional depth of these works. Released by Hungaroton in 1998, this collection is a testament to Kocsis’s unparalleled skill and sensitivity as a pianist.

Interesting Facts

• Zoltán Kocsis was not only a renowned pianist but also a conductor and composer, known for his versatility and intellectual approach to music. His interpretations of classical repertoire, particularly that of Mozart, have been widely praised for their precision and expressive power.

• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart composed his piano sonatas over several decades, reflecting different phases of his creative life. The pieces in this collection range from the lively and spirited early sonatas to the more mature and complex later works.

• The Sonata No. 11 in A Major, K. 331, included in this volume, is famous for its final movement, "Alla Turca," which is one of Mozart's most recognizable and frequently performed pieces.

• The Fantasia in C Minor, K. 475 is one of Mozart's most dramatic and emotionally charged piano works, exploring a wide range of moods and textures, making it a standout piece in this collection.

• The recordings were engineered by Endre Radányi and István Berényi, both of whom are highly regarded for their work in capturing the acoustic richness and detail of classical performances.

Track Listing

CD 1

1. Sonata No. 1 in C Major, K. 279

   • Allegro – 6:45
   • Andante – 7:15
   • Allegro – 2:43

2. Sonata No. 3 in B Flat Major, K. 281

   • Allegro Moderato – 4:15
   • Andante Amoroso – 6:45
   • Rondeau Allegro – 4:02

3. Sonata No. 7 in C Major, K. 309

   • Allegro Con Spirito – 5:43
   • Andante, Un Poco Adagio – 6:34
   • Rondeau. Allegretto Grazioso – 5:48

4. Sonata No. 10 in C Major, K. 330

   • Allegro Moderato – 5:57
   • Andante Cantabile – 6:26
   • Allegretto – 3:16

CD 2

1. Sonata No. 11 in A Major, K. 331

   • Tema. Andante Grazioso – 13:31
   • Menuetto – 6:23
   • Alla Turca. Allegretto – 3:27

2. Fantasia in C Minor, K. 475

   • Adagio - Allegro - Andantino - Piu Allegro – 12:33

3. Sonata No. 14 in C Minor, K. 457

   • Allegro – 5:39
   • Adagio – 7:27
   • Molto Allegro – 4:50

CD 3

1. Sonata No. 18 in F Major, K. 533/494

   • Allegro – 7:31
   • Andante – 9:17
   • Rondeau. Andante – 5:07

2. Sonata No. 16 in B Flat Major, K. 570

   • Allegro – 5:41
   • Adagio – 7:35
   • Allegretto – 3:00

3. Sonata No. 17 in D Major, K. 576

   • Allegro – 4:48
   • Adagio – 4:26
   • Allegretto – 4:10

Key Credits

• Piano: Zoltán Kocsis
• Composed By: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
• Producer: István Juhász
• Engineer: Endre Radányi, István Berényi
• Liner Notes: István Barna