Piano Concertos Nos. 2 & 5 “Emperor”

Album by Ludwig van Beethoven & John O’Conor & London Symphony Orchestra & Andreas Delfs

Piano Concertos Nos. 2 and 5 "Emperor" are piano concertos by Ludwig van Beethoven, composed respectively in the mid-1790s (No. 2) and in 1809 (No. 5). They contrast an early Classical-leaning concerto that reflects Beethoven's development within the Viennese tradition with a mature, expansive work — the "Emperor" — notable for its bold orchestral–piano dialogue, grand rhythmic gestures and larger-scale structural innovations that point towards his middle-period style.

First released: 28th August 2007

Tracklist

1.
Piano Concerto no. 2 in B‐Flat Major, op. 19: I. Allegro con brio
14:19
2.
Piano Concerto no. 2 in B‐Flat Major, op. 19: II. Adagio
9:11
3.
Piano Concerto no. 2 in B‐Flat Major, op. 19: III. Rondo. Molto allegro
6:07
4.
Piano Concerto no. 5 in E‐Flat Major, op. 73 “Emperor”: I. Allegro
20:38
5.
Piano Concerto no. 5 in E‐Flat Major, op. 73 “Emperor”: II. Adagio un poco mosso
8:09
6.
Piano Concerto no. 5 in E‐Flat Major, op. 73 “Emperor”: III. Rondo. Allegro
10:49