Alfred Brendel – Mozart Piano Sonatas (2005) [SACD / Philips Classics – 475 6199]

Title: Alfred Brendel – Mozart Piano Sonatas (2005)
Genre: Classical
Format: MCH SACD ISO + Hi-Res FLAC

The Mozart piano sonatas on this album are technically challenging due to ornaments and contrapuntal themes. Alfred Brendel performs these with ease, delivering a graceful and nuanced interpretation. His playing occasionally leans forceful, lacking subtle restraint. The Sonata in E flat, K. 282, and Fantasia, K. 396, share a slow, meandering temperament. Brendel infuses the E flat sonata’s minuets with unexpected humor. The Sonata in D major, K. 576, is notably elegant, with balanced handling of its hunting-call theme. He treats contrapuntal entrances like a fugue, showcasing Mozart’s Classical refinements. Brendel adds subtle coloring, enhancing the sonatas’ depth and character.

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Tracklist:

Piano Sonata In B Flat Major, K281
1 – I. Allegro 4:55
2 – II. Andante Amoroso 4:57
3 – III. Rondo: Allegro 5:05
Piano Sonata In E Flat Major, K282
4 – I. Adagio 5:35
5 – II. Menuetto I-II 4:32
6 – III. Allegro 3:12
Piano Sonata In D Major, K576
7 – I. Allegro 5:15
8 – II. Adagio 5:19
9 – III. Allegretto 4:34
10 – Fantasia In C Minor, K396 11:44

Personnel:

Alfred Brendel (piano)

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