MOZART: Piano Concertos K.271 & K.449 – Dezső Ránki / Liszt Ferenc Chamber Orchestra CD

UPC: HCD 12685-2 

MPN: HCD12685-2 

Brand Name: Hungaroton

Overview

This stereo digital recording (DDD) from Hungaroton (1985) presents two of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s most beloved piano concertos — the Concerto No. 9 in E-flat major, K.271 “Jeunehomme”, and the Concerto No. 14 in E-flat major, K.449. Performed by the acclaimed Hungarian pianist Dezső Ránki with the Liszt Ferenc Chamber Orchestra (Budapest) under the direction of János Rolla, this album combines Mozart’s youthful brilliance with mature compositional grace.

A pure digital stereo production, this disc captures the crystalline clarity and elegant dialogue between soloist and orchestra that defines Mozart’s Viennese concertos.

Product Features

• Format: Compact Disc (Audio CD)
• Recording Type: Stereo Digital (DDD)
• Label: Hungaroton Classic
• Release Year: 1985
• Total Duration: Approx. 53 minutes
• Genre: Classical / Piano Concerto
• Composer: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756–1791)

• Performers:

  • Piano: Dezső Ránki
  • Orchestra: Liszt Ferenc Chamber Orchestra, Budapest
  • Conductor: János Rolla

Track Listing

Concerto No. 9 in E-flat Major, K.271 “Jeunehomme”

1. Allegro – 10:03
2. Andantino – 11:35
3. Rondo: Presto – 10:26

Concerto No. 14 in E-flat Major, K.449

1. Allegro vivace – 8:29
2. Andantino – 6:52
3. Allegro non troppo – 5:38

Interesting Facts

• Historical Significance: The “Jeunehomme” Concerto (K.271) is often hailed as Mozart’s first great masterpiece, written when he was only 21. It showcases a new level of maturity, structural innovation, and emotional depth.

• Artistic Collaboration: Pianist Dezső Ránki, one of Hungary’s finest Mozart interpreters, brings both technical brilliance and lyrical poise to the recording. Under János Rolla’s sensitive direction, the Liszt Ferenc Chamber Orchestra delivers a transparent, finely balanced accompaniment.

• Recording Excellence: This album is a DDD digital recording, reflecting Hungaroton’s early commitment to high-fidelity classical production in the 1980s.

Publishers

Label: Hungaroton Classic Country: Hungary Release Date: 1985 Catalog Number: HCD 12685-2

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