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7. Hey Man So Long
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Japanese Electronica Project featuring Special Guests from Japan, Killing Joke/Prong, Professionals, Nine Inch Nails, Sex Pistols, Cult, Danzing, and More.

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Mozart: The 6 Haydn-Quartets; The 6 String Quintets
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  • Unmissable!
  • A knockout bargain
Mozart: The 6 Haydn-Quartets; The 6 String Quintets
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart , Milton Katims , and Budapest String Quartet
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ASIN: B00008S7HM
Release Date: 2003-05-12

Tracks:

  1. Cd-1 (1-4) (The 6 Haydn-Quartets 1-12 ) String Quartet In G Major, K.387
  2. Cd-1 (5-8) String Quartet In D Minor, K.412 (217b)
  3. Cd-1 (9-12) String Quartet In B-Flat Major, K.458 "The Hunt"
  4. Cd-2 (1-4) String Quartet In E Major, K.428 (421b)
  5. Cd-2 (5-8) String Quartet In A Major, K.464
  6. Cd-2 (9-12) String Quartet In C Major, K.465 "Dissonant"
  7. Cd-3 (1-4) (The 6 String Quintets 1-12) String Quintet No.1 In B-Flat Major, K.174
  8. Cd-3 (5-8) String Quintet No.2 In C Minor, K.406 (516b)
  9. Cd-3 (9-12) String Quintet No.2 In C Major, K.515
  10. Cd-4 (1-4) String Quintet No.4 In G Minor, K.516
  11. Cd-4 (5-8) String Quintet No.5 In D Major, K.593
  12. Cd-4 (9-12) String Quintet No.6 In E-Flat Major, K.614

Album Details

4CD Box set. Columbia Legends Series.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Unmissable!.......2005-06-13

Perhaps you should remove one star or two for production values, which are not state of the art; the sound feels very thin, missing quite a lot in body. The playing, however, is the very, very best. The world will never get a string quartet with such an understanding of Mozart! The tempos are generally brisk, but it never sounds hurried. I am used to the Quartetto Italiano on this stuff, and that played rather slowly, wonderfully as such, but slowly. The Budapest Quartet is playing quickly, but it always feels easy, elegant and relaxed.
The nerve on the quintet K. 516 is very exiting. In spite of being recorded by the mid 40ies, I've never wanted any other recordings of the quintets.
The 'Haydn' quartets are recorded by the mid 50ies, but here I would like some better sound. I've preferred the Quartetto Italiano for almost ten years; know I only listen to the Budapest. I guess that my mind now is able to add the sound which is missing on the recording.
My five stars because you should not miss this - and in some years this collection perhaps will be out of print...

5 out of 5 stars A knockout bargain.......2005-05-22

How can I review the greatest string quartet ever? The recording is quite decent, a remastering of LPs that were already excellent. Don't think scratchy reissue.

And the performance? My god, these guys are total quartetness--I just listened to the Dissonant Quartet, and there is a rhythmic thrust beyond others, no matter when recorded. The proof is in the astounding gasps--there's no more accurate term--in the last movement. There may have been equally good performances that I'll never know because they were early 20th century, but thanks there are these great performances that got the benefit of good recording.
Beethoven: Complete String Quartets
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    Beethoven: Complete String Quartets
    Juilliard String Quartet
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    5. Beethoven: Complete String Quartets

    ASIN: B00006OA6A
    Release Date: 2002-11-11

    Tracks:

    1. 1-4 String Quartet No.1 In F Major, Op. 18 No.1
    2. 5-8 String Quartet No.2 In G Major, Op.18 No.2
    3. 9-12 String Quartet No.3 In D Major, Op.18 No.3
    4. 1-4 String Quartet No.4 In D Minor, Op. 18 No.3
    5. 5-8 String Quartet No.5 In A Major, Op.18 No.5
    6. 9-12 String Quartet No.6 In B-Flat Major, Op.18 No.6
    7. 1-4 String Quartet No.7 In F Major, Op.59 No.1
    8. 1-4 String Quartet No.8 In E Minor, Op.59 No.2
    9. 5-8 String Quartet No.9 In C Major, Op.59 No.3
    10. 1-4 String Quartet No.10 In E-Flat Major, Op. 74 "Harp"
    11. 5-8 String Quartet No.11 In F Minor Op.95
    12. 1-4 String Quartet No.12 In E-Flat Major, Op.127
    13. 5-11 String Quartet No.13 In C-Sharp Minor, Op. 131
    14. 1-7 String Quartet No.14 In B-Flat Major, Op. 130
    15. 1-5 String Quartet No.15 In A Minor, Op.132
    16. 6-9 String Quartet No.16 In F Major, Op. 135
    Beethoven: Symphonies Nos. 1-9; Overtures; Violin Concerto (Limited Edition)
    Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    • Bernstein's First, Quite Possibly, Best, Beethoven Symphony Cycle
    • Bernstein's early Beethoven makes an enticing bargain
    Beethoven: Symphonies Nos. 1-9; Overtures; Violin Concerto (Limited Edition)

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    ASIN: B00006OA68
    Release Date: 2002-10-28

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No.1 In C Major, Op.21
    2. Symphony No.2 In D Major, Op.36
    3. Symphony No.4 In B-Flat Major, Op.60
    4. Symphony No.6 In F Major, Op.68
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    Customer Reviews:

    4 out of 5 stars Bernstein's First, Quite Possibly, Best, Beethoven Symphony Cycle.......2007-05-23

    For those wondering why Leonard Bernstein was such an important, exciting conductor, there's no better introduction than these fine early stereo recordings he made with the New York Philharmonic Orchestra. Critics have celebrated these as exciting, revelatory accounts, almost as memorable as those from George Szell and The Cleveland Orchestra and Herbert von Karajan and the Berliner Philharmoniker, which were recorded almost at the same time as Bernstein's. The only reason why I'd give higher recommendations to Szell's and Karajan's cycles lies primarily with the acoustical qualities of the recording studios (In Karajan's case the converted Berlin church where he made most of his 1960s and 1970s recordings with the Berliner Philharmoniker was sonically the best at that time.) and the overall quality of the musicianship of their respective ensembles, which I would have to rate slightly higher than the New York Philharmonic's. The two finest recordings from Bernstein's New York Philharmonic cycle are those with of the 3rd and 5th symphonies which remain two of the most dramatic recordings of these pieces that I've heard. Overall, I think this set deserves favorable comparisons with his mid 1970s Deutsche Grammophon cycle recorded with the Wiener Philharmoniker during live performances at Vienna's Musikverein; the only exceptional differences are the slightly warmer acoustics of the orchestra and concert hall in the 1970s cycle, and Bernstein's usage of slightly quicker tempi and smaller orchestral forces. If you're looking for an alternative traditional Beethoven symphony cycle, then you won't miss by acquiring this early Bernstein cycle.

    4 out of 5 stars Bernstein's early Beethoven makes an enticing bargain.......2007-02-20

    I wonder if Leonard Bernstein was the first American conductor to record a complete Beethoven cycle? He must have been, and two of these performances--the Eroica and the Fifth Sym. -- were made famous as vehicles for LB's television talks in the Fities and Sixties. Millions of post-war kids learned from them and I'm one. In retrospect Bernstein's Beethoven wasn't as propulsive and exciting as memory made them. But these performances are full-boded, direct, and satisfying. Perhaps the authority of Karajan and the Berlin Phil. isn't present, but even so, Sony is offering the cycle as a tremendous bargain, all the more so if you buy it used at Amazon Marketplace. Several overtures are thrown in, along with Isaac Stern's excellent account of the Violin Concerto (conductor and soloist are in sympathy, as always, but this is one of their poorest sounding recordings, unfortunately).

    LB used a big orchestra for his Beethoven, and the Columbia Records engineers caught them in a big, reverberant space. If you want to hear this music on a modest scale or with historical touches, lok elsewhere. After he decamped to Europe, Bernstein made a second Beethoven cycle with the Vienna Phil. that's leaner, faster, but somewhat lacking in the excitment of discovery that one heard the first time around.
    Coloratura Assoluta
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    • Highly recommended
    Coloratura Assoluta

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    ASIN: B00000DFNQ
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    3. 'Et Mon Coeur La Changer
    4. La Fille Du Regiment: 'Salut A La France'
    5. Sadks: 'Song Of India'
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    9. Lucia Di Lammermoor: 'Il Dolce Suono Mi Colpi...Ardon Gl'Incensi'
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    11. Lakme: 'Ou Va La Jeunne Hindoue' (Bell Song)
    12. Mireille: 'O Legere Hirondelle'
    13. Romeo Et Juliette: 'Je Veux Vivre'
    14. La Traviata: 'Ah, Fors'e Lui...Sempre Libera'

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    1. Le Coq D'Er: 'Hymne Au Soleil'
    2. Les Contes D'Hoffmann: 'Les Oiseaux Dans La Charmille'
    3. Zemire Et Azor: 'La Fauvette'
    4. Mignon: 'Jesuis Titania'
    5. I Puritani: 'Son Vergin Vezzosa'
    6. Linda Di Chamounix: 'O Luce Di Quest' Anima'
    7. La Sonnambula: 'Ah, Non Credea..Ah, Non Giunge'
    8. Porgy And Bess: 'Summertime'
    9. 'The Russian Nightingale'
    10. 'Fledermaus Fantasy'
    11. 'Les Roses D'Ispahan'
    12. 'L'invitation Au Voyage'
    13. Chansons De Rensard: 'A Une Fountaine'
    14. Chansons De Rensard: 'A Cupidon'
    15. Chansons De Rensard: 'Tais-Toi, Babillarde'
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    18. 'Fantoches' - Frank La Forge
    19. 'Plaisir D' Amour'
    20. 'Home, Sweet Home'

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    In many respects, Lily Pons was the Galli-Curci of her generation: a winning combination of good looks, charm, an appealing and non-confrontational timbre, and easy facility in the stratosphere. Those who learned the "Mad Scene" from Lucia di Lammermoor or the "Bell Song" from Lakmé via the original 78s back in the 40s will be bowled over by the vivid detail and lack of background noise in these stunning Sony restorations. First-time listeners will marvel at her effortless passagework and high notes (she often transposed her arias up on records); but may be put off by a slight thinness in the middle register (not evident in her Odeon recordings from the late 20s), sketchy intonation at times, and expedient aspirating in downward scales. Although these selections encompass a gamut of stylistic and emotional contrasts, you'd scarcely know it from the singer's pleasant but characterless interpretations, which tickle the ear without quite racking the brain. --Jed Distler

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars Highly recommended.......2007-07-09

    This could have been recorded yesterday, the sound quality is excellent and without blemish. By far the best recordings of Pons I have, and I would like to have others. She reminds me of Jo, separation of notes, clear, real trills, a range to rival Sumac, flexibility to perfection, and always that today neglected once standard fare of the coloratura, the requisite leap to the top note at the end of an aria. And a pretty sound. I love this album.
    Brahms: 10 Intermezzi for Piano; 4 Ballades
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    • Lyricism + sobriety + lucid tune = Majestic sonority!
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    ASIN: B00006G9UM
    Release Date: 2002-09-30

    Tracks:

    1. No.1 In D Minor Edward Ballade
    2. No. In D Major
    3. No. Intermezzo In B Monor
    4. No. In B Major
    5. Ine-Flat Major, Op.117 No.1 Andante Moderato
    6. In C-Sharp Minor, Op.117 No.2 Andante Non Troppe Con Molta Esperessione
    7. In C-Sharp Minor, Op.117 No. 3 Andante Con Moto
    8. In E-Flat Minor, Op.118 No.6 Andante, Large E Mesto
    9. In E-Major, Op.116 No.4 Adagio
    10. In A Major, Op.76 No.7 Moderato Semplice
    11. In A Major, Op.76 No. 6 Andante Con Moto
    12. In B Minor, Op.119 No.1 Adagio
    13. In A Minor, Op.118 No. 1 Allegro Non Assai, Ma Molto Appassionato
    14. In A Major, Op. 118 No. 2 Andante Teneramente

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars Lyricism + sobriety + lucid tune = Majestic sonority!.......2006-12-31


    The gallant mood, the aristocratic flair, marvelous expressive poetry non romantic and tune's delicacy will surprise you. Gould assumes another idiomatic perspective, and convinces us about his enormous sense of expression and temperament. His astonishing fingering not only gives us another facet around these Brahms works but besides an indication Brahms has been absolutely misunderstood due an awful misconception of his artistic intentions.

    One of the most pyramidal musical achievements of Mr. Gould.

    5 out of 5 stars A surprising find.......2005-01-16

    Brahms and Gould -- a surprising but effective match. From a performer most identified with Bach comes a recording that genuinely captures the Romantic expressiveness of Brahms. Although I knew many of these pieces from previous recordings Gould (as always) brings new ideas to the music. Of course, it wouldn't be Gould without the occasional idiosyncrasy -- op.119 no.1 is played ridiculously fast, for example.

    5 out of 5 stars amazing Brahms recordings .......2004-11-06

    These performances are really succesful. Glenn Gould is feel very good the atmosphere of Brahms' music. Still, Glenn Gould is a Canadian pianist as you know, so he has a character of a North World man. And Brahms already is a typic a noble man came from North Europe. So, their character is nearly same and Gould is bringing vert good the Brahms' somewhere heavy, cld and stormy but somewhere lyric and warm passages. Especially in Intermezzos. Gould's another Brahms recording, Piano Quintet with Montreal String Quartet, is very good, also. And the both recordings are highly recommended.

    5 out of 5 stars Surprisingly Exquisite and Tender Brahms.......2004-10-27

    This album is a delight. Seldom has Brahms, or Glenn Gould, sounded better. The tenderness and understated eloquence with which these pieces are rendered reaffirmed something I had always felt about Gould: that he was not out merely to vindicate an artistic credo, but to make beautiful music. He asserted he had enjoyed an opportunity to play these pieces in an improvisational style. If that's true, he should have improvised a lot more. There is a sweetness, lyricism and quiet romantic quality to these works and Gould brings them off tremendously. I have never heard them played better, more simply and sincerely, utterly free of affectation. There is nothing more lovely and calming than to play this just before going to sleep. (They sound just as good when you're wide awake.) Great as Gould was, this is pure ravishment.
    Sibelius: The Complete Symphonies
    Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
    • best complete sibelius symphonies
    • Amazing Sibelius Symphonies!!
    • A sincere tribute!
    Sibelius: The Complete Symphonies

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    ASIN: B00008PW43
    Release Date: 2003-05-12

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No.1 In E Minor, Op.39
    2. Symphony No.1 In E Minor, Op.39
    3. Symphony No.1 In E Minor, Op.39
    4. Symphony No.1 In E Minor, Op.39
    5. Symphony No.3 In C Major, Op.52
    6. Symphony No.3 In C Major, Op.52
    7. Symphony No.3 In C Major, Op.52
    8. Symphony No.2 In D Major, Op.43
    9. Symphony No.2 In D Major, Op.43
    10. Symphony No.2 In D Major, Op.43
    11. Symphony No.2 In D Major, Op.43
    12. Luonnatar, Op.70
    13. Pohjola's Daughter, Op.49
    14. Symphony No.4 In A Minor, Op.63
    15. Symphony No.4 In A Minor, Op.63
    16. Symphony No.4 In A Minor, Op.63
    17. Symphony No.4 In A Minor, Op.63
    18. Symphony No.5 In E-Flat Major, Op.82
    19. Symphony No.5 In E-Flat Major, Op.82
    20. Symphony No.5 In E-Flat Major, Op.82
    21. Symphony No.5 In E-Flat Major, Op.82
    22. Symphony No.6 In D Minor, Op.104
    23. Symphony No.6 In D Minor, Op.104
    24. Symphony No.6 In D Minor, Op.104
    25. Symphony No.6 In D Minor, Op.104
    26. Symphony No.7 In C Major, Op.105

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    4CD Box set. Columbia Legends series.

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars best complete sibelius symphonies.......2006-01-30

    I bought this set on a hunch that if all Bernstein's Sibelius performances were as good as his Pohjola's Daughter on a compilation disc which I've owned for some time, then the risk of a few pounds was worth it. Well I certainly wasn't disappointed! I listened to all four discs in one session through the night and found that LBs is the best complete Sibelius symphonies set I've ever encountered. Individual symphonies can be equalled by other conductors but as a complete survey this has to be the one, and I'm comparing LB to Karajan (who incidentally never recorded the Third Symphony), Ashkenazy, Maazel, Barbirolli, Paavo Berglund's 3 (!) sets, Colin Davis's RCA set, Rattle and Neeme Jarvi plus individual recordings by several others; altogether I'm comparing LBs 4 discs to about 40 'others'. I would be happy to part with most of the 40 in favour of LB. I won't try to describe any particular performance in detail because I think that any attempt to describe music in words is usually pointless. The one thing I would say though is that like all really successful Sibelius interpretations, LB's take you out of the concert hall and land you straight into the open air and the very nature that inspired this wonderful composer. Symphony No. 1 is as good as any. No. 2 I would prefer Barbirolli on Chesky, but LB is as good as any of the rest. No.3 I slightly prefer Jarvi on BIS, but LB is better in the important slow movement. No. 4 Karajan from the 1960s on DG is my preference but LB is pretty close. LB's No. 5 is fabulous, I can't think of a better version. No. 6 Karajan 1960's DG again, with Sakari on Naxos closely behind, but LB's is still a fine version. No. 7 was a revelation; I can think of no other work which has caused me more problems in trying to find a truly satisfying version in all my 35 years of classical music collecting. You wouldn't believe the number of versions I've heard (and got rid of) of this truly unique work of art! Frankly, in my search I really can't say what I was looking for, like with any music you just know when it's 'right'. Most versions fall completely flat and it seems that very few conductors can turn the printed notes into the magnificent paean to nature that is Sibelius's Seventh. That Sibelius wasn't able to successfully write another symphony after this has never surprised me (thank God that his muse lingered long enough for him to write Tapiola).There is only one Sibelius Seven to place alongside LBs - Paavo Berglund with the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, recorded by EMI in the early 70s and never, to my knowledge reissued, except in a Royal Classics full set of the symphonies. The Berglund complete set is very good indeed and it's one I wouldn't want to be without. There's a fresh straightforward unfussy honesty about Berglund's earlier versions which I like very much; his later efforts were not in the same league. As an aside, Berglund's BSO recordings of shorter Sibelius works on EMI are true bargains, as is his unsurpassed world premiere recording of Kullervo (with the BSO) on the same label. As for the Seventh though, I would give a joint 'first prize' to Bernstein NYPO and Berglund BSO; Bernstein for the slightly more rugged, dramatic route; Berglund taking the more serene but with eyes-wide-open-in-wonder approach, but both indispensable. The old CBS recordings have cleaned up nicely under Sony's reissue (thanks Sony)and although not up to 'modern digital standards' that's not necessarily a bad thing! The best recording is of the Fifth - better than any other version, and of the Seventh. Of the others, all are excellent for their age- bold and clear, rather warm and with very little harshness or tape-hiss. In any case I wouldn't for a moment let this put you off buying what is an incredible bargain. One final point,; Phylis Curtin, a soprano I've never encountered before is extremely good in Luonnotar; she really characterizes the narrative like no other soloist I've heard before in this work. It's just a pity that LB forces the music along at a pace which is just too fast. But if you like Sibelius what are you waiting for? Buy this set today.

    5 out of 5 stars Amazing Sibelius Symphonies!!.......2005-01-02

    "The Complete Symphonies" captures definitive interpretations of the seven symphonies by the great Finnish composer Jean Sibelius conducted by the late maestro Leonard Bernstein.
    Each symphony in this 4-disc set is presented in amazing remastered sound quality displaying full dynamic range and sharpness. The beauty of this music is definitely readily apparent from the opening notes through the very end.
    In addition, the CD booklet includes a brief but highly informative essay in which the history behind each symphony is explained in just enough detail to understand its genesis.
    All in all, this is a fantastic set of Sibelius's masterful symphonies wonderfully executed by the baton of Mr. Bernstein. Applause also must be given to Sony Music for compiling these symphonies into one complete set. Bravo.
    It doesn't get much better than this.
    Highly recommended!!

    4 out of 5 stars A sincere tribute!.......2004-07-08

    This set has peak and lows. The second symphony has a hyper romantic approach ; that's its weak point. The third symphony is well built, besides it lacks the nature blow with its wildful force. The first symphony has always been a hazardous for many conductors. It has too much influence from Tchaikovsky ; and Bernstein knows it ; he avoids it , even the reading is warmth.
    The best achievements in the set are the four and the sixth . I've never heard a sixth so well made ; the woodwinds , the strings give that atmosphere that demands this complex work. The fourth is unforgettable , but there's a performance of Beecham in the fifties with the Royal Philarmonic literally unique. The seventh is OK, but there are other options.
    The fifth is weak , and my favorite versiona are two: Segerstam and Koussevitzki.
    Anyway I bought this set eight years ago under The Royal Edition. I recommend you this set , Maazel Vienna , Segerstam and all you can get from Koussevitski.
    If you request me by Anthony Collins - London Symphony (out of stock in the most of stores) I must confess, Collins has no equals in the Second .
    The best first to me is Victor de Sabata (New York Philarmonic)(See my review about De Sabata)
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    ASIN: B0000042DP
    Release Date: 1997-06-24

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 1 In D Major - I. Presto
    2. Symphony No. 1 In D Major - II. Andante
    3. Symphony No. 1 In D Major - III. Finale: Presto
    4. Symphony No. 2 In C Major - I. Allegro
    5. Symphony No. 2 In C Major - II. Andante
    6. Symphony No. 2 In C Major - III. Finale: Presto
    7. Symphony No. 3 In G Major - I. Allegro
    8. Symphony No. 3 In G Major - II. Andante Moderato
    9. Symphony No. 3 In G Major - Menuet E Trio
    10. Symphony No. 3 In G Major - Finale: Alla Breve
    11. Symphony No. 4 In D Major - I. Presto
    12. Symphony No. 4 In D Major - II. Andante
    13. Symphony No. 4 In D Major - III. Finale: Tempo Di Menuetto
    14. Symphony No. 5 In A Major - I. Adagio Ma Non Troppo
    15. Symphony No. 5 In A Major - II. Allegro
    16. Symphony No. 5 In A Major - III. Menuet E Trio
    17. Symphony No. 5 In A Major - IV. Finale: Presto

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 6 In D Major - 'Le Matin' - I. Adagio-Allegro
    2. Symphony No. 6 In D Major - 'Le Matin' - II. Adagio-Andante
    3. Symphony No. 6 In D Major - 'Le Matin' - III. Menuet E Trio
    4. Symphony No. 6 In D Major - 'Le Matin' - IV. Finale: Allegro
    5. Symphony No. 7 In C Major - 'Le Midi' - I. Adagio-Allegro
    6. Symphony No. 7 In C Major - 'Le Midi' - II. Recitativo: Adagio
    7. Symphony No. 7 In C Major - 'Le Midi' - III. Menuetto E Trio
    8. Symphony No. 7 In C Major - 'Le Midi' - IV. Finale: Allegro
    9. Symphony No. 8 In G Major - 'Le Soir' - I. Allegro Molto
    10. Symphony No. 8 In G Major - 'Le Soir' - II. Andante
    11. Symphony No. 8 In G Major - 'Le Soir' - III. Menuetto E Trio
    12. Symphony No. 8 In G Major - 'Le Soir' - IV. 'La Tempesta': Presto

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 9 In C Major - I. Allegro Molto
    2. Symphony No. 9 In C Major - II. Andante
    3. Symphony No. 9 In C Major - III. Finale: Menuetto-Allegretto
    4. Symphony No. 10 In D Major - I. Allegro
    5. Symphony No. 10 In D Major - II. Andante
    6. Symphony No. 10 In D Major - III. Finale: Presto
    7. Symphony No. 11 In E Flat Major - I. Adagio Cantabile
    8. Symphony No. 11 In E Flat Major - II. Allegro
    9. Symphony No. 11 In E Flat Major - III. Menuet E Trio
    10. Symphony No. 11 In E Flat Major - IV. Finale: Presto
    11. Symphony No. 12 In E Major - I. Allegro
    12. Symphony No. 12 In E Major - II. Adagio
    13. Symphony No. 12 In E Major - III. Finale: Presto

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 13 In D Major - I. Allegro Molto
    2. Symphony No. 13 In D Major - II. Adagio Cantabile
    3. Symphony No. 13 In D Major - III. Menuet E Trio
    4. Symphony No. 13 In D Major - IV. Finale: Allegro Molto
    5. Symphony No. 14 In A Major - I. Allegro Molto
    6. Symphony No. 14 In A Major - II. Andante
    7. Symphony No. 14 In A Major - III. Menuetto E Trio: Allegretto
    8. Symphony No. 14 In A Major - IV. Finale: Allegretto
    9. Symphony No. 15 In D Major - I. Adagio-Presto-Adagio
    10. Symphony No. 15 In D Major - II. Menuet E Trio
    11. Symphony No. 15 In D Major - III. Andante
    12. Symphony No. 15 In D Major - IV. Finale: Presto
    13. Symphony No. 16 In B Flat Major - I. Allegro
    14. Symphony No. 16 In B Flat Major - II. Andante Ma Non Troppo
    15. Symphony No. 16 In B Flat Major - III. Finale: Presto

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 17 In F Major - I. Allegro
    2. Symphony No. 17 In F Major - II. Andante Ma Non Troppo
    3. Symphony No. 17 In F Major - III. Finale: Allegro Molto
    4. Symphony No. 18 In G Major - I. Andante Moderato
    5. Symphony No. 18 In G Major - II. Allegro Molto
    6. Symphony No. 18 In G Major - III. Tempo Di Menuet
    7. Symphony No. 19 In D Major - I. Allegro Molto
    8. Symphony No. 19 In D Major - II. Andante
    9. Symphony No. 19 In D Major - III. Presto
    10. Symphony No. 20 In C Major - I. Allegro Molto
    11. Symphony No. 20 In C Major - II. Andante Cantabile
    12. Symphony No. 20 In C Major - III. Menuetto E Trio
    13. Symphony No. 20 In C Major - IV. Presto
    14. Symphony No. 21 In A Major - I. Adagio
    15. Symphony No. 21 In A Major - II. Presto
    16. Symphony No. 21 In A Major - III. Menuetto E Trio
    17. Symphony No. 21 In A Major - IV. Allegro Molto

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 22 In E Flat Major - 'The Philosopher' - I. Adagio
    2. Symphony No. 22 In E Flat Major - 'The Philosopher' - II. Presto
    3. Symphony No. 22 In E Flat Major - 'The Philosopher' - III. Menuetto E Trio
    4. Symphony No. 22 In E Flat Major - 'The Philosopher' - IV. Presto
    5. Symphony No. 23 In G Major - I. Allegro
    6. Symphony No. 23 In G Major - II. Andante
    7. Symphony No. 23 In G Major - III. Menuetto E Trio
    8. Symphony No. 23 In G Major - IV. Presto Assai
    9. Symphony No. 24 In D Major - I. Allegro
    10. Symphony No. 24 In D Major - II. Adagio
    11. Symphony No. 24 In D Major - III. Menuetto E Trio
    12. Symphony No. 24 In D Major - IV. Allegro
    13. Symphony No. 25 In C Major - I. Adagio
    14. Symphony No. 25 In C Major - II. Menuetto E Trio
    15. Symphony No. 25 In C Major - III. Presto

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 26 In D Minor - 'Lamentatione' - I. Allegro Assai Con Spirito
    2. Symphony No. 26 In D Minor - 'Lamentatione' - II. Adagio
    3. Symphony No. 26 In D Minor - 'Lamentatione' - III. Menuetto E Trio
    4. Symphony No. 27 In G Major - I. Allegro Molto
    5. Symphony No. 27 In G Major - II. Andante Siciliano
    6. Symphony No. 27 In G Major - III. Presto
    7. Symphony No. 28 In A Major - I. Allegro Di Molto
    8. Symphony No. 28 In A Major - II. Poco Adagio
    9. Symphony No. 28 In A Major - III. Menuetto E Trio: Allegro Molto
    10. Symphony No. 28 In A Major - IV. Presto Assai
    11. Symphony No. 29 In E Major - I. Allegro Di Molto
    12. Symphony No. 29 In E Major - II. Andante
    13. Symphony No. 29 In E Major - III. Menuetto E Trio: Allegretto
    14. Symphony No. 29 In E Major - IV. Presto

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 30 In C Major - 'Alleluja' - I. Allegro
    2. Symphony No. 30 In C Major - 'Alleluja' - II. Andante
    3. Symphony No. 30 In C Major - 'Alleluja' - III. Tempo Di Menuet, Piu Tosto Allegretto
    4. Symphony No. 31 In D Major - 'Hornsignal' - I. Allegro
    5. Symphony No. 31 In D Major - 'Hornsignal' - II. Adagio
    6. Symphony No. 31 In D Major - 'Hornsignal' - III. Menuetto E Trio
    7. Symphony No. 31 In D Major - 'Hornsignal' - IV. Moderato Molto
    8. Symphony No. 32 In C Major - I. Allegro Molto
    9. Symphony No. 32 In C Major - II. Menuetto E Trio
    10. Symphony No. 32 In C Major - III. Adagio Ma Non Troppo
    11. Symphony No. 32 In C Major - IV. Presto
    12. Symphony No. 33 In C Major - I. Vivace
    13. Symphony No. 33 In C Major - II. Andante
    14. Symphony No. 33 In C Major - III. Menuetto E Trio
    15. Symphony No. 33 In C Major - IV. Allegro

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 34 In D Minor - I. Adagio
    2. Symphony No. 34 In D Minor - II. Allegro
    3. Symphony No. 34 In D Minor - III. Menuetto E Trio
    4. Symphony No. 34 In D Minor - IV. Presto Assai
    5. Symphony No. 35 In B Flat Major - I. Allegro Di Molto
    6. Symphony No. 35 In B Flat Major - II. Andante
    7. Symphony No. 35 In B Flat Major - III. Menuetto E Trio: Un Poco Allegretto
    8. Symphony No. 35 In B Flat Major - IV. Presto
    9. Symphony No. 36 In E Flat Major - I. Vivace
    10. Symphony No. 36 In E Flat Major - II. Adagio
    11. Symphony No. 36 In E Flat Major - III. Menuetto E Trio
    12. Symphony No. 36 In E Flat Major - IV. Allegro-Presto
    13. Symphony No. 37 In C Major - I. Presto
    14. Symphony No. 37 In C Major - II. Menuet E Trio
    15. Symphony No. 37 In C Major - III. Andante
    16. Symphony No. 37 In C Major - IV. Presto

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 38 In C Major - 'Echo' - I. Allegro Di Molto
    2. Symphony No. 38 In C Major - 'Echo' - II. Andante Molto
    3. Symphony No. 38 In C Major - 'Echo' - III. Menuet E Trio: Allegro
    4. Symphony No. 38 In C Major - 'Echo' - IV. Finale: Allegro Di Molto
    5. Symphony No. 39 In G Minor - I. Allegro Assai
    6. Symphony No. 39 In G Minor - II. Andante
    7. Symphony No. 39 In G Minor - III. Menuet E Trio
    8. Symphony No. 39 In G Minor - IV. Finale
    9. Symphony No. 40 In F Major - I. Allegro
    10. Symphony No. 40 In F Major - II. Andante Piu Tosto Allegretto
    11. Symphony No. 40 In F Major - III. Menuet E Trio
    12. Symphony No. 40 In F Major - IV. Finale: Fuga
    13. Symphony No. 41 In C Major - I. Allegro Con Spirito
    14. Symphony No. 41 In C Major - II. Un Poco Andante
    15. Symphony No. 41 In C Major - III. Menuet E Trio
    16. Symphony No. 41 In C Major - IV. Finale: Presto

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 42 In D Major - I. Moderato E Maestoso
    2. Symphony No. 42 In D Major - II. Andantino E Cantabile
    3. Symphony No. 42 In D Major - III. Menuet E Trio: Allegretto
    4. Symphony No. 42 In D Major - IV. Finale: Scherzando E Presto
    5. Symphony No. 43 In E Flat Major - 'Merkur' - I. Allegro
    6. Symphony No. 43 In E Flat Major - 'Merkur' - II. Adagio
    7. Symphony No. 43 In E Flat Major - 'Merkur' - III. Menuetto E Trio
    8. Symphony No. 43 In E Flat Major - 'Merkur' - IV. Finale: Allegro
    9. Symphony No. 44 In E Minor - 'Trauer' ('Mourning') - I. Allegro Con Brio
    10. Symphony No. 44 In E Minor - 'Trauer' ('Mourning') - II. Menuetto E Trio: Allegretto Canone In...
    11. Symphony No. 44 In E Minor - 'Trauer' ('Mourning') - III. Adagio
    12. Symphony No. 44 In E Minor - 'Trauer' ('Mourning') - IV. Presto

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 45 In F Sharp Minor - 'Abschied' ('Farewell') - I. Allegro Assai
    2. Symphony No. 45 In F Sharp Minor - 'Abschied' ('Farewell') - II. Adagio
    3. Symphony No. 45 In F Sharp Minor - 'Abschied' ('Farewell') - III. Menuet E Trio: Allegretto
    4. Symphony No. 45 In F Sharp Minor - 'Abschied' ('Farewell') - IV. Finale: Presto E Adagio
    5. Symphony No. 46 In B Major - I. Vivace
    6. Symphony No. 46 In B Major - II. Poco Adagio
    7. Symphony No. 46 In B Major - III. Menuet E Trio: Allegretto
    8. Symphony No. 46 In B Major - IV. Finale: Presto E Scherzando
    9. Symphony No. 47 In G Major - I. Allegro
    10. Symphony No. 47 In G Major - II. Un Poco Adagio, Cantabile
    11. Symphony No. 47 In G Major - III. Menuet E Trio Al Roverso
    12. Symphony No. 47 In G Major - IV. Finale: Presto Assai

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 48 In C Major - 'Maria Theresia' - I. Allegro
    2. Symphony No. 48 In C Major - 'Maria Theresia' - II. Adagio
    3. Symphony No. 48 In C Major - 'Maria Theresia' - III. Menuet E Trio
    4. Symphony No. 48 In C Major - 'Maria Theresia' - IV. Finale: Allegro
    5. Symphony No. 49 In F Minor - 'La Passione' - I. Adagio
    6. Symphony No. 49 In F Minor - 'La Passione' - II. Allegro Di Molto
    7. Symphony No. 49 In F Minor - 'La Passione' - III. Menuet E Trio
    8. Symphony No. 49 In F Minor - 'La Passione' - IV. Finale: Presto
    9. Symphony No. 50 In C Major - I. Adagio E Maestoso
    10. Symphony No. 50 In C Major - II. Andante Moderato
    11. Symphony No. 50 In C Major - III. Menuet E Trio
    12. Symphony No. 50 In C Major - IV. Finale: Presto

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 51 In B Flat Major - I. Vivace
    2. Symphony No. 51 In B Flat Major - II. Adagio
    3. Symphony No. 51 In B Flat Major - III. Menuet, Trio I, Trio II
    4. Symphony No. 51 In B Flat Major - IV. Finale: Allegro
    5. Symphony No. 52 In C Minor - I. Allegro Assai Con Brio
    6. Symphony No. 52 In C Minor - II. Andante
    7. Symphony No. 52 In C Minor - III. Menuetto E Trio: Allegretto
    8. Symphony No. 52 In C Minor - IV. Finale: Presto
    9. Symphony No. 53 In D Major - 'L'Imperiale' - I. Largo Maestoso-Vivace
    10. Symphony No. 53 In D Major - 'L'Imperiale' - II. Andante
    11. Symphony No. 53 In D Major - 'L'Imperiale' - III. Menuetto E Trio
    12. Symphony No. 53 In D Major - 'L'Imperiale' - IV. Finale: Presto

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 54 In G Major - I. Adagio Maestoso-Presto
    2. Symphony No. 54 In G Major - II. Adagio Assai
    3. Symphony No. 54 In G Major - III. Menuet E Trio: Allegretto
    4. Symphony No. 54 In G Major - IV. Finale: Presto
    5. Symphony No. 55 In E Flat Major - 'Der Schulmeister' ('The Schoolmaster') - I. Allegro Di Molto
    6. Symphony No. 55 In E Flat Major - 'Der Schulmeister' ('The Schoolmaster') - II. Adagio, Ma...
    7. Symphony No. 55 In E Flat Major - 'Der Schulmeister' ('The Schoolmaster') - III. Menuetto E Trio
    8. Symphony No. 55 In E Flat Major - 'Der Schulmeister' ('The Schoolmaster') - IV. Finale: Presto
    9. Symphony No. 56 In C Major - I. Allegro Di Molto
    10. Symphony No. 56 In C Major - II. Adagio
    11. Symphony No. 56 In C Major - III. Menuet E Trio
    12. Symphony No. 56 In C Major - IV. Finale: Prestissimo

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 57 In D Major - I. Adagio-[Allegro]
    2. Symphony No. 57 In D Major - II. Adagio
    3. Symphony No. 57 In D Major - III. Menuet E Trio: Allegretto
    4. Symphony No. 57 In D Major - IV. Finale: Prestissimo
    5. Symphony No. 58 In F Major - I. Allegro
    6. Symphony No. 58 In F Major - II. Andante
    7. Symphony No. 58 In F Major - III. Menuet Alla Zoppa E Trio: Un Poco Allegretto
    8. Symphony No. 58 In F Major - IV. Finale: Presto
    9. Symphony No. 59 In A Major - 'Feuersymphonie' ('Fire') - I. Presto
    10. Symphony No. 59 In A Major - 'Feuersymphonie' ('Fire') - II. Andante O Piu Tosto Allegretto
    11. Symphony No. 59 In A Major - 'Feuersymphonie' ('Fire') - III. Menuet E Trio
    12. Symphony No. 59 In A Major - 'Feuersymphonie' ('Fire') - IV. Allegro Assai

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 60 In C Major - 'Il Distratto' - I. Adagio
    2. Symphony No. 60 In C Major - 'Il Distratto' - II. Andante
    3. Symphony No. 60 In C Major - 'Il Distratto' - III. Menuetto E Trio
    4. Symphony No. 60 In C Major - 'Il Distratto' - IV. Presto
    5. Symphony No. 60 In C Major - 'Il Distratto' - V. Adagio (Di Lamentatione)
    6. Symphony No. 60 In C Major - 'Il Distratto' - VI. Finale: Prestissimo
    7. Symphony No. 61 In D Major - I. Vivace
    8. Symphony No. 61 In D Major - II. Adagio
    9. Symphony No. 61 In D Major - III. Menuet E Trio: Allegretto
    10. Symphony No. 61 In D Major - IV. Prestissimo
    11. Symphony No. 62 In D Major - I. Allegro
    12. Symphony No. 62 In D Major - II. Allegretto
    13. Symphony No. 62 In D Major - III. Menuet E Trio: Allegretto
    14. Symphony No. 62 In D Major - IV. Finale: Allegro

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 63 In C Major - 'La Roxelane' - I. Allegro
    2. Symphony No. 63 In C Major - 'La Roxelane' - II. Allegretto O Piu Tosto Allegro
    3. Symphony No. 63 In C Major - 'La Roxelane' - III. Menuet E Trio
    4. Symphony No. 63 In C Major - 'La Roxelane' - IV. Finale: Presto
    5. Symphony No. 64 In A Major - I. Allegro Con Spirito
    6. Symphony No. 64 In A Major - II. Largo
    7. Symphony No. 64 In A Major - III. Menuet E Trio: Allegretto
    8. Symphony No. 64 In A Major - IV. Finale: Presto
    9. Symphony No. 65 In A Major - I. Vivace E Con Spirito
    10. Symphony No. 65 In A Major - II. Andante
    11. Symphony No. 65 In A Major - III. Menuetto E Trio
    12. Symphony No. 65 In A Major - IV. Finale: Presto

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 66 In B Flat Major - I. Allegro Con Brio
    2. Symphony No. 66 In B Flat Major - II. Adagio
    3. Symphony No. 66 In B Flat Major - III. Menuetto E Trio
    4. Symphony No. 66 In B Flat Major - IV. Finale: Scherzando E Presto
    5. Symphony No. 67 In F Major - I. Presto
    6. Symphony No. 67 In F Major - II. Adagio
    7. Symphony No. 67 In F Major - III. Menuetto E Trio
    8. Symphony No. 67 In F Major - IV. Finale: Allegro Di Molto-Adagio E Cantabile
    9. Symphony No. 68 In B Flat Major - I. Vivace
    10. Symphony No. 68 In B Flat Major - II. Menuetto E Trio
    11. Symphony No. 68 In B Flat Major - III. Adagio Cantabile
    12. Symphony No. 68 In B Flat Major - IV. Finale: Presto

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 69 In C Major - 'Laudon' - I. Vivace
    2. Symphony No. 69 In C Major - 'Laudon' - II. Un Poco Adagio Piu Tosto Andante
    3. Symphony No. 69 In C Major - 'Laudon' - III. Menuetto E Trio
    4. Symphony No. 69 In C Major - 'Laudon' - IV. Finale: Presto
    5. Symphony No. 70 In D Major - I. Vivace Con Brio
    6. Symphony No. 70 In D Major - II. Specie D'un Canone In Contrapunto Doppio: Andante
    7. Symphony No. 70 In D Major - III. Menuet E Trio: Allegretto
    8. Symphony No. 70 In D Major - IV. Finale: Allegro Con Brio
    9. Symphony No. 71 In B Flat Major - I. Allegro
    10. Symphony No. 71 In B Flat Major - II. Adagio
    11. Symphony No. 71 In B Flat Major - III. Menuet E Trio
    12. Symphony No. 71 In B Flat Major - IV. Finale: Vivace

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 72 In D Major - I. Allegro
    2. Symphony No. 72 In D Major - II. Andante
    3. Symphony No. 72 In D Major - III. Menuetto E Trio
    4. Symphony No. 72 In D Major - IV. Thema Con Variazioni: Andante-Presto
    5. Symphony No. 73 In D Major - 'La Chasse' - I. Adagio-Allegro
    6. Symphony No. 73 In D Major - 'La Chasse' - II. Andante
    7. Symphony No. 73 In D Major - 'La Chasse' - III. Menuetto E Trio: Allegretto
    8. Symphony No. 73 In D Major - 'La Chasse' - IV. La Chasse: Presto
    9. Symphony No. 74 In E Flat Major - I. Vivace Assai
    10. Symphony No. 74 In E Flat Major - II. Adagio Cantabile
    11. Symphony No. 74 In E Flat Major - III. Menuetto E Trio: Allegretto
    12. Symphony No. 74 In E Flat Major - IV. Finale: Allegro Assai

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 75 In D Major - I. Grave-Presto
    2. Symphony No. 75 In D Major - II. Poco Adagio
    3. Symphony No. 75 In D Major - III. Menuetto E Trio: Allegretto
    4. Symphony No. 75 In D Major - IV. Finale: Vivace
    5. Symphony No. 76 In E Flat Major - I. Allegro
    6. Symphony No. 76 In E Flat Major - II. Adagio, Ma Non Troppo
    7. Symphony No. 76 In E Flat Major - III. Menuetto E Trio: Allegretto
    8. Symphony No. 76 In E Flat Major - IV. Finale: Vivace
    9. Symphony No. 77 In B Flat Major - I. Vivace
    10. Symphony No. 77 In B Flat Major - II. Andante Sostenuto
    11. Symphony No. 77 In B Flat Major - III. Menuetto E Trio: Allegro
    12. Symphony No. 77 In B Flat Major - IV. Finale: Allegro Spiritoso

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 78 In C Minor - I. Vivace
    2. Symphony No. 78 In C Minor - II. Adagio
    3. Symphony No. 78 In C Minor - III. Menuetto E Trio: Allegretto
    4. Symphony No. 78 In C Minor - IV. Finale: Presto
    5. Symphony No. 79 In F Major - I. Allegro Con Spirito
    6. Symphony No. 79 In F Major - II. Adagio Cantabile
    7. Symphony No. 79 In F Major - III. Menuetto E Trio: Allegretto
    8. Symphony No. 79 In F Major - IV. Finale: Vivace
    9. Symphony No. 80 In D Minor - I. Allegro Spiritoso
    10. Symphony No. 80 In D Minor - II. Adagio
    11. Symphony No. 80 In D Minor - III. Menuetto E Trio
    12. Symphony No. 80 In D Minor - IV. Finale: Presto

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 81 In G Major - I. Vivace
    2. Symphony No. 81 In G Major - II. Andante
    3. Symphony No. 81 In G Major - III. Menuetto E Trio: Allegretto
    4. Symphony No. 81 In G Major - IV. Finale: Allegro, Ma Non Troppo
    5. Symphony No. 82 In C Major - 'L'Ours' ('The Bear') - I. Vivace Assai
    6. Symphony No. 82 In C Major - 'L'Ours' ('The Bear') - II. Allegretto
    7. Symphony No. 82 In C Major - 'L'Ours' ('The Bear') - III. Menuetto E Trio
    8. Symphony No. 82 In C Major - 'L'Ours' ('The Bear') - IV. Finale: Vivace
    9. Symphony No. 83 In G Minor - 'La Poule' ('The Hen') - I. Allegro Spiritoso
    10. Symphony No. 83 In G Minor - 'La Poule' ('The Hen') - II. Andante
    11. Symphony No. 83 In G Minor - 'La Poule' ('The Hen') - III. Menuetto E Trio: Allegretto
    12. Symphony No. 83 In G Minor - 'La Poule' ('The Hen') - IV. Finale: Vivace

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 84 In E Flat Major - I. Largo-Allegro
    2. Symphony No. 84 In E Flat Major - II. Andante
    3. Symphony No. 84 In E Flat Major - III. Menuetto E Trio: Allegretto
    4. Symphony No. 84 In E Flat Major - IV. Finale: Vivace
    5. Symphony No. 85 In B Flat Major - 'La Reine' - I. Adagio-Vivace
    6. Symphony No. 85 In B Flat Major - 'La Reine' - II. Romance: Allegretto
    7. Symphony No. 85 In B Flat Major - 'La Reine' - III. Menuetto E Trio: Allegretto
    8. Symphony No. 85 In B Flat Major - 'La Reine' - IV. Finale: Presto
    9. Symphony No. 86 In D Major - I. Adagio-Allegro Spiritoso
    10. Symphony No. 86 In D Major - II. Capriccio: Largo
    11. Symphony No. 86 In D Major - III. Menuet E Trio: Allegretto
    12. Symphony No. 86 In D Major - IV. Finale: Allegro Con Spirito

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 87 In A Major - I. Vivace
    2. Symphony No. 87 In A Major - II. Adagio
    3. Symphony No. 87 In A Major - III. Menuet E Trio
    4. Symphony No. 87 In A Major - IV. Finale: Vivace
    5. Symphony No. 88 In G Major - I. Adagio-Allegro
    6. Symphony No. 88 In G Major - II. Largo
    7. Symphony No. 88 In G Major - III. Menuetto E Trio: Allegretto
    8. Symphony No. 88 In G Major - IV. Finale: Allegro Con Spirito
    9. Symphony No. 89 In F Major - I. Vivace
    10. Symphony No. 89 In F Major - II. Andante Con Moto
    11. Symphony No. 89 In F Major - III. Menuet E Trio: Allegretto
    12. Symphony No. 89 In F Major - IV. Finale: Vivace Assai

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 90 In C Major - I. Adagio-Allegro Assai
    2. Symphony No. 90 In C Major - II. Andante
    3. Symphony No. 90 In C Major - III. Menuet E Trio
    4. Symphony No. 90 In C Major - IV. Finale: Allegro Assai
    5. Symphony No. 91 In E Flat Major - I. Largo-Allegro Assai
    6. Symphony No. 91 In E Flat Major - II. Andante
    7. Symphony No. 91 In E Flat Major - III. Menuet E Trio: Un Poco Allegretto
    8. Symphony No. 91 In E Flat Major - IV. Finale: Vivace
    9. Symphony No. 92 In G Major - 'Oxford' - I. Adagio-Allegro Spiritoso
    10. Symphony No. 92 In G Major - 'Oxford' - II. Adagio
    11. Symphony No. 92 In G Major - 'Oxford' - III. Menuetto E Trio: Allegretto
    12. Symphony No. 92 In G Major - 'Oxford' - IV. Finale: Presto

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 93 In D Major - I. Adagio-Allegro Assai
    2. Symphony No. 93 In D Major - II. Largo Cantabile
    3. Symphony No. 93 In D Major - III. Menuetto E Trio: Allegro
    4. Symphony No. 93 In D Major - IV. Finale: Presto Ma Non Troppo
    5. Symphony No. 94 In G Major - 'Surprise' ('Mit Dem Paukenschlag') - I. Adagio-Vivace Assai
    6. Symphony No. 94 In G Major - 'Surprise' ('Mit Dem Paukenschlag') - II. Andante
    7. Symphony No. 94 In G Major - 'Surprise' ('Mit Dem Paukenschlag') - III. Menuet E Trio: Allegro...
    8. Symphony No. 94 In G Major - 'Surprise' ('Mit Dem Paukenschlag') - IV. Finale: Allegro Di Molto
    9. Symphony No. 95 In C Minor - I. Allegro Moderato
    10. Symphony No. 95 In C Minor - II. Andante Cantabile
    11. Symphony No. 95 In C Minor - III. Menuet E Trio
    12. Symphony No. 95 In C Minor - IV. Finale: Vivace

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 96 In D Major - 'Miracle' - I. Adagio-Allegro
    2. Symphony No. 96 In D Major - 'Miracle' - II. Andante
    3. Symphony No. 96 In D Major - 'Miracle' - III. Menuetto E Trio: Allegretto
    4. Symphony No. 96 In D Major - 'Miracle' - IV. Finale: Vivace
    5. Symphony No. 97 In C Major - I. Adagio-Vivace
    6. Symphony No. 97 In C Major - II. Adagio Ma Non Troppo
    7. Symphony No. 97 In C Major - III. Menuetto E Trio: Allegretto
    8. Symphony No. 97 In C Major - IV. Finale: Presto Assai
    9. Symphony No. 98 In B Flat Major - I. Adagio-Allegro
    10. Symphony No. 98 In B Flat Major - II. Adagio
    11. Symphony No. 98 In B Flat Major - III. Menuetto E Trio: Allegro
    12. Symphony No. 98 In B Flat Major - IV. Finale: Presto

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 99 In E Flat Major - I. Adagio-Vivace Assai
    2. Symphony No. 99 In E Flat Major - II. Adagio
    3. Symphony No. 99 In E Flat Major - III. Menuetto E Trio: Allegretto
    4. Symphony No. 99 In E Flat Major - IV. Finale: Vivace
    5. Symphony No. 100 In G Major - 'Military' - I. Adagio-Allegro
    6. Symphony No. 100 In G Major - 'Military' - II. Allegretto
    7. Symphony No. 100 In G Major - 'Military' - III. Menuetto E Trio: Moderato
    8. Symphony No. 100 In G Major - 'Military' - IV. Finale: Presto
    9. Sinfonia Concertante In B Flat Major - I. Allegro
    10. Sinfonia Concertante In B Flat Major - II. Andante
    11. Sinfonia Concertante In B Flat Major - III. Allegro Con Spirito

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 101 In D Major - 'The Clock' ('L'Horloge') - I. Adagio-Presto
    2. Symphony No. 101 In D Major - 'The Clock' ('L'Horloge') - II. Andante
    3. Symphony No. 101 In D Major - 'The Clock' ('L'Horloge') - III. Menuetto E Trio: Allegretto
    4. Symphony No. 101 In D Major - 'The Clock' ('L'Horloge') - IV. Finale: Vivace
    5. Symphony No. 102 In B Flat Major - I. Largo-Vivace
    6. Symphony No. 102 In B Flat Major - II. Adagio
    7. Symphony No. 102 In B Flat Major - III. Menuetto E Trio: Allegro
    8. Symphony No. 102 In B Flat Major - IV. Finale: Presto
    9. Symphony 'A' In B Flat Major - I. Allegro
    10. Symphony 'A' In B Flat Major - II. Andante
    11. Symphony 'A' In B Flat Major - III. Allegro Molto

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 103 In E Flat Major - 'Drum-roll' - I. Adagio-Allegro Con Spirito
    2. Symphony No. 103 In E Flat Major - 'Drum-roll' - II. Andante, Piu Tosto Allegretto
    3. Symphony No. 103 In E Flat Major - 'Drum-roll' - III. Menuetto E Trio
    4. Symphony No. 103 In E Flat Major - 'Drum-roll' - IV. Finale: Allegro Con Spirito
    5. Symphony No. 104 In D Major - 'London' - I. Adagio-Allegro
    6. Symphony No. 104 In D Major - 'London' - II. Andante
    7. Symphony No. 104 In D Major - 'London' - III. Menuetto E Trio: Allegro
    8. Symphony No. 104 In D Major - 'London' - IV. Finale: Spiritoso
    9. Symphony 'B' In B Flat Major - I. Allegro Molto
    10. Symphony 'B' In B Flat Major - II. Menuetto E Trio: Allegretto
    11. Symphony 'B' In B Flat Major - III. Andante
    12. Symphony 'B' In B Flat Major - IV. Finale: Presto

    Tracks:

    1. Symphony No. 22 In E Flat Major - 'The Philosopher' (2nd Version) - I. Presto
    2. Symphony No. 22 In E Flat Major - 'The Philosopher' (2nd Version) - II. Andante Grazioso
    3. Symphony No. 22 In E Flat Major - 'The Philosopher' (2nd Version) - III. Finale: Presto
    4. Symphony No. 53 In D Major - 'L'Imperiale' - Alternative Ending A - Finale. Capriccio: Moderato
    5. Symphony No. 53 In D Major - 'L'Imperiale' - Alternative Ending C - Presto
    6. Symphony No. 53 In D Major - 'L'Imperiale' - Alternative Ending D - 'Overture In D': Presto
    7. Symphony No. 63 In C Major - 'La Roxelane' (1st Version) - I. Allegro
    8. Symphony No. 63 In C Major - 'La Roxelane' (1st Version) - II. Allegretto 'La Roxelane'
    9. Symphony No. 63 In C Major - 'La Roxelane' (1st Version) - III. Menuet E Trio: Allegretto
    10. Symphony No. 63 In C Major - 'La Roxelane' (1st Version) - IV. Finale: Prestissimo
    11. Symphony No. 103 In E Flat Major - 'Drum-roll' - Alternative Ending - Finale: Allegro Con Spirito

    Amazon.com

    Another monument in the history of recording, this is the only set of Haydn symphonies that ever reached completion, and the performances are generally so good as to bear comparison with many of the best individual performances. The music itself is astounding--107 symphonies, all of them good, many of them shattering masterpieces. Haydn invented the Classical style, which, along with the contributions from his friend Mozart and his student Beethoven, became the standard by which all future music was measured. At a budget price, owning this set is like being able to have your own authentic copy of the "Mona Lisa" for a couple hundred dollars. Awesome! --David Hurwitz

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars A superb milestone.......2007-05-01

    Antal Dorati's pioneering, complete cycle of Haydn's symphonies is a milestone in recording history. Here it is incarnated on 33 CDs. What you get are outstanding, superb performances. The orchestra - Hungarica Philharmonia - is just wonderful, and the interpretations are remarkable in their attention to detail and structure. In addition, the Decca analogue sound has never been better than here. The booklet is also excellent.

    Dorati's pioneering efforts included also the Haydn operas, which recently have been collected and released in two boxes from Philips, and the 24 Minuets (Decca).

    What about the competition, then? Adam Fischer's Haydn project on Nimbus offers also a complete cycle, now on Brilliant Classics at a bargain price for a very big box with 33 CDs and a brief booklet. Well, for one thing, Dorati's set is the classic cycle. Further, Dorati's readings are less extravagant than Fischer's - and in my view preferable. The sound is also better in the earlier Dorati set: a warm analogue sound in contrast to Fischer's chilly, all-digital sound, which also is very uneven. But Fischer's Haydn is less expensive: you can get his cycle for less than $100 from second-hand dealers. Despite that, Dorati's cycle should be your first choice. Moreover, if shelf space is an issue, the Dorati box is one inch slimmer and a half inch less tall.

    Furthermore, there are selections of symphonies from Jochum (DG) and Scherchen (DG), of which I hold the latter in higher esteem due to its idiosyncrasy. In retrospect, however, Dorati's complete cycle has a unique classic status and is as such unchallenged. Thus I warmly recommend it as a part of the foundation of your collection in addition to Beethoven, Schubert, Schumann, Brahms, Mahler, and Mozart symphony cycles, because this is delightful music that will last for a lifetime on a desert island.

    [Note: this box is available brand new at amazon.co.uk, for £98.87.]

    5 out of 5 stars For the sheer pleasure of them all...........2006-11-11

    In the mid seventies, my father purchased all of what had been released of this cycle on vinyl LP. As vinyl goes, the London discs were first rate, and a prized possession.

    I lost the vinyl collection during a move in the mid 80's. It was an emotional impact; I had cherished them as a child, and as a gift, irreplaceable.

    This release is true to my memory, and now I have the entire cycle.

    I've performed many of these in various orchestras and loved them all.

    There's a fresh energy to the performances, and an elegance to the collection quite rare and delightful.

    As a set, it's actually quite affordable considering it's under $6 per disc, or under $2 per symphony.

    5 out of 5 stars Antal Dorati's Claim To Fame.......2005-10-14

    If it wasn't for this massive recording project, Hungarian-born conductor Antal Dorati would not have been acknowledged as a first-classconductor at a time when such giants as Leopold Stokowski, Herbert Von Karajan, George Solti and Leonard Bernstein were still conducting. Dorati is an exemplary exponent of classical music, which is also to say Classical Era music (1750-1800). Nevertheless, even if Dorati has a superb touch for this kind of repertoire, he is equally as brilliant in 20th century music and Romantic Era music, as his Tchaikovsky symphonies and ballets have proven. At an expensive price, this recording is still worth it. It's a legend in recorded history of classical music. No other conductor dared to take on such a monumental project as to record all 100 and plus symphonies of Franz Joseph Haydn, the composer who by definition began the movement of Classical Era music. It was Mozart, who was his younger friend, that is better known today for this kind of music and moreover, musicologists believe he refined and perfected the style. But don't underestimate Papa Haydn. His music is beautiful, bursting with energy and lightness, elegance, warmth and melodic harmony that is so refreshing to hear especially in our own time which is full of stress.

    Haydn's symphonies are not all similar sounding. Each symphony was unique, like the hand prints on people. Yes, at times they do tend to sound the same, possibly because so many of them were in the key of D. Nevertheless, they are music of individual merit. As his symphonies approached its later years and maturation, Haydn employed slights of ear and orchestral innovations that were considered new and bold in his time. The "surprise" in his "Surprise Symphony" is a thunderous "bang" in fortissimo by the orchestra after a melody that is rather bland and sleepy (which to me sounds like "Mary Had A Little Lamb"). The "Clock" Symphony is measured in a kind of "tick-tock" beat and is very very elegant and memorable, as it conjures up the image of a Rococco clock or a clock museum. The Paris Symphonies are an Austrian-German man's "trip" to Paris and his interpretation of French music. It sounds nothing at all like French music at the time although at times it nearly slips into the slow grandeur of the music of Baroque master Jean Baptiste Lully. The London Symphonies are among his best, with a kind of majesty and pomp typically associated with English royalty. If you listen carefully it's in the music. A similar thing occurs in the music to the "Oxford" Symphony. Haydn had visited Oxford to teach music and was awarded a doctorate. He composed music for that special event and the music is brooding, intellectual and somehow very very English.

    Antal Dorati and his formidable Hungarica Philharmonica is at their very best in this set. The sound is crisp, gleaming and unbeatable. Even if you get the individualized sets of these symphonies, you will be treating yourself to some top-notch classical music. A must have for fans of Antal Dorati.

    5 out of 5 stars A major milestone in recorded music, stunning achievement.......2005-03-29

    This complete cycle of the Symphonies of F.J. Haydn heralded a new era in recorded music. Everything about the project was first rate. The sound was among Decca's best. The playing of the little known Philharmonia Hungarica was close to perfect. Dorati's interpretations never disappointed. To top it off, Decca offered the cycle at budget prices and threw in unprecedented notes from H.C. Robbins Landon.

    Many would comment "once you've heard one, you've heard them all" when asked about Haydn's vast symphonic output. They could not be more wrong. There isn't a dull symphony or poor performance in the lot. Try such unknowns as #26, or #33, or #51 and #52, to name a few of my lesser known favorites.

    Those familiar with Haydn's more well known symphonies, such as the London Symphonies (93-104) were even astonished to find Dorati's performances giving more formidable orchestras and conductors a run for their money.

    So what can be said of the set 30 years later?

    Everything said earlier still stands, including the original liner notes. Only Graham Johnson's scrupulous notes with his various Hyperion lieder sets surpass Landon's astounding commentary. The digital transfers are from the late 80s, so they are not the best, but still quite serviceable. And the price is still quite reasonable.

    Beware, though, that these are not period instruments. Dorati does use "period forces" as much as possible, meaning the number of instruments closely matches what would have been used originally.

    So why do I say this set "heralded a new era in recorded music"? Because after the resounding success it enjoyed, many "complete" works projects of similar or greater magnitude got their chance. I doubt we would have any where near the volumes of "complete sets" we now enjoy had it not been for Dorati and Decca's Haydn cycle.

    In short, a fabulous set that I would never part with.

    5 out of 5 stars Dorati blazed the trail for Haydn interpreters.......2004-11-12

    I've owned this complete set of Haydn symphonies for at least a decade or more. While I enjoy period instrument sound and performance practice, you cannot get a complete set on period instruments (I was hoping Hogwood would finish his cycle but I understand it wasn't to be). In all honesty, I think the best period instrument interpretations outdo the modern instrument recordings in sheer energy amd agility, but in respect of modern instruments, Dorati, the pioneer, does an extraordinary job of bringing out the essential flavor and energy that was Haydn's symphonies. I don't like mixing and matching various orchestras and conductors, so buying this 32 CD set gets you all 104+ symphonies in one tidy package. The sound quality is very good considering the times, with a very forward midrange.
    Vladimir Feltsman. J.S. Bach  Six Partitas / Two Part Inventions (2 CDs)
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      Release Date: 2002-10-01
      Mozart: The Complete Piano Sonatas
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        ASIN: B00008PW47
        Release Date: 2003-05-12

        Tracks:

        1. Sonata No. 1 In C Major
        2. Sonata No 2 In F Major
        3. Sonata No 3 In B Flat Major
        4. Sonata No 4 In E Flat Major
        5. Sonata No 5 In G Major
        6. Rondo In D Major
        7. Sonata No 6 In D Major
        8. Sonata No 7 In C Major
        9. Sonata No 8 In A Minor
        10. Sonata No 9 In D Major
        11. Sonata No 10 In C Major
        12. Sonata No 11 In A Major
        13. Sonata No 12 In F Major
        14. Fantasia In D Minor
        15. Sonata No 18 In D Major
        16. Sonata No 13 In B Flat Major
        17. Fantasia In C Minor
        18. Sonata No 14 In C Minor
        19. Sonata No 16 In C Major
        20. Sonata No 17 In B Flat Major

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        4CD Box set. Columbia Legends Series.
        Mozart: The Piano Concertos; Rondos, K.382 & 386
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        Mozart: The Piano Concertos; Rondos, K.382 & 386

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        ASIN: B00005I44H
        Release Date: 2001-10-29

        Tracks:

        1. Concerto No. 1 In F Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 37
        2. Concerto No. 2 In B-Flat Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 39
        3. Concerto No. 3 In D Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 40
        4. Concerto No. 4 In G Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 41
        5. Concerto No. 5 For Piano And Orchestra, K. 175
        6. Concerto No. 6 In B-Flat Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 238
        7. Concerto No. 8 In C Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 246
        8. Concerto No. 9 In E-Flat Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 271
        9. Concerto No. 11 In F Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 413
        10. Concerto No. 12 In A Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 414
        11. Concerto No. 13 In C Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 415
        12. Concerto No. 14 In E-Flat Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 449
        13. Concerto No. 15 In B-Flat Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 450
        14. Concerto No. 16 In D Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 451
        15. Concerto No. 17 In G Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 453
        16. Concerto No. 18 In B-Flat Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 456
        17. Concerto No. 19 In F Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 459
        18. Concerto No. 20 In D Minor For Piano And Orchestra, K. 466
        19. Concerto No. 21 In C Major For Piano And Orchestra, K.467
        20. Concerto No. 22 In E-Flat Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 482
        21. Concerto No. 23 In A Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 488
        22. Piano Concerto No. 9 In E Flat Major, Kv 271 -Jeune Homme-- 1. Allegro
        23. Piano Concerto No. 9 In E Flat Major, Kv 271 -Jeune Homme-- 2. Andantino
        24. Piano Concerto No. 9 In E Flat Major, Kv 271 -Jeune Homme-- 3. Rondeau - Presto
        25. Concerto No. 27 In B-Flat Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 595
        26. Rondo In D Major For Piano And Orchestra, K. 382

        Album Details

        Box Set of Perahia's Critically Acclaimed Cycle of the Great Mozart Piano Concertos Brings You the Entire Cycle in One Convenient and Pleasurable Box.

        Customer Reviews:

        5 out of 5 stars Uchida versus Perahia in the Mozart concertos.......2006-03-19

        Murray Perahia was quite a young man when he started his cycle as both pianist and conductor in the Mozart concertos. He was followed by another superb Mozartean, Mitsuko Uchida, whose cycle on Philips features the same English Chamber Orchestra, so I thought it might be worthwhile to compare the two.

        Perahia: Perahia is a thougtful, non-virtuosic, and highly musical pianist. He was at his most extroverted in these works, thereby escaping any tendency to make Mozart sound precious or dainty. Although he had never conducted a recording before, he also proved a vigorous leader from the keyboard (not exceeding Bernstein in this dual role, but Bernstein only made a handful of concerto recordings). The orchestral accompaniments are vivacious, if a bit straightforward. Perahia saves his musical insights for the keyboard in large part, and here he excels. His interpretations are flawless, full of invention. The recorded sound, especially in early installments, can be rough, however, resulting in a somewhat shallow, bright, and brittle piano. As listed here at Amazon there is an enormous price difference (2-to-1 or more) between this 12-disc set and Uchida's 9-disc one, but at other retailers and on the used market both can be bought very cheaply.

        Uchida: From the rapturous reviews below, you would think Perahia has no rivals in this music. He does, of course, in Clifford Curzon, Clara Haskil, Rudolf Serkin (though not the late, enfeebled recordings on DG), and Uchida herself, to mention only a few. Uchida first made her mark by recording the complete Mozart sonatas. Here she is joined by a talented ocnductor, Jeffrey Tate, who may be a deciding factor for some buyers since his accompaniments are more polished and detailed than Perahia's. Philips also gives the ECO and the piano better sound, with more warmth and depth than we hear from Perahia. As an itnerpreter, Uchida is more studied--her phrasing can be affected compared to Perahia's--but in general she is to the manner born. This is immpeccable playing, and her ability to shape a lyrical phrase bows to no one. Uchida's complete cycle sells for under $65 at Amazon and much cheaper than that on the used market.

        I found while collecting these great works that both Uchida and Perahia were completely satisfying--modern and fresh without resorting to period-performance mannerisms--and on any given day I liked one as much as the other. However, the advantage of having a good conductor and better sound is undeniably in Uchida's favor, while Perahia's more natural, extroverted style gives him an advantage. We are fortunate to have two compellling cycles at mid-price.

        5 out of 5 stars The Finest Mozart Piano Concerto Cycle Ever Recorded!I.......2006-01-29

        I have written reviews as far ago as ten years about this cycle and my opinion has not wavered. This is one of Gramophone Magazine's 100 greatest recordings of all time and deservedly so. The concertos are my favorite mozart works and I have literally heard all major recordings of these works. Nothing compares. I wanted to let everyone know that this cycle will be re-issued in 2006 for the Mozart 250th birthday celebration with additional material included. This particular issue contains no booklet and the new release will be far more comprehensive. These works have been in my cd player regularly since they were first released and even before that on LP. The concertos were intended to be conducted by the pianist with a chamber orchestra as here. The English Chamber Orchestra is well up to the task and in my opinion one of the premiere Mozart bands in the world along with Sir Neville Marriner and the Academy. This is an issue to be treasured. Enjoy!

        5 out of 5 stars The artistic straightness! .......2005-12-20

        Murray Perahia's musical integrity is unquestionable. Every time you listen this admirable pianist you feel the astonishing clarity of his impeccable phrasing as the final result of a conviction, a long journey that began in his soul and finished in his hands.

        There are just a few pianists in the world who still maintain a musical thought (that has became an authentic rareness) far beyond the astonishing technique and refinement. Perahia playing is ambitious; that 's why he sounds so interesting and ever challenging the traditional canons.

        In 2006 I really hope Perahia will record again Mozart 's Complete Piano works. So keep in mind this formidable artist of the piano.

        5 out of 5 stars Glad I bought this!.......2005-08-05

        I am relatively new at buying classical music, so I really appreciate these reviews. It was through these, in fact, that I first discovered Murray Perahia, and I LOVE his piano playing. His interpretation is just right to me; while being technically perfect, he imparts just the right emotion--without ever going overboard or sounding mechanical. His playing sounds so light, so flawless--he makes it seem easy. You can feel the joy he has in performing these pieces. I love them all, and I was thrilled to add considerably to my meager collection at a price I could afford. I also strongly recommend "Murray Perahia Bach Keyboard Concertos Nos. 1,2 &4" and "Murray Perahia Bach Keyboard Concertos Nos. 3,5,6,7."

        5 out of 5 stars Mid-Price steal.......2004-06-18

        At full price this set of Mozart Concertos was arguably the top choice available (penguin guide giving the set its highest rating) This current re-issue at mid-price is an absolute steal. Some may have reservations regarding the removal of program notes, but in truth these are rarely if ever read and are therefore unncessary anyway. Besides, one can access a vast amount of information about these concertos in books or off the Internet if required.

        In my oppinion this is the most credible set of Mozart piano concertos available and should form a firm place in every classical music lovers collection.

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