Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - Piano Concertos K. 175, 449 & 466 (Kristian Bezuidenhout)

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Composer: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

• Piano Concerto No. 20 in D Minor, K. 466
• Piano Concerto No. 14 in E-Flat Major, K. 449
• Piano Concerto No. 5 in D Major, K. 175

Freiburger Barockorchester

Kristian Bezuidenhout, conductor

Date: 2026

Label: harmonia mundi

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Kristian Bezuidenhout and the Freiburger Barockorchester continue their celebrated survey of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's keyboard concertos. Spanning early creative breakthroughs like the Concerto No. 5 (K. 175), the bold structural innovations of the Concerto No. 14 (K. 449), and the intense, dramatic passion of the Concerto No. 20 (K. 466), this recording highlights the versatile facets of Mozart's genius. Through these interpretations, the ensemble illuminates the composer's inventive spirit, theatrical depth, and strikingly modern musical vision across different stages of his artistic evolution.

Kristian Bezuidenhout (b. 1979) is a leading keyboard artist acclaimed for his versatility on fortepiano, harpsichord, and modern piano. Born in South Africa, he studied in Australia and at the Eastman School of Music, training with Rebecca Penneys, Arthur Haas, Malcolm Bilson, and Paul O’Dette. He gained international recognition at 21 by winning first prize and the audience prize at the Bruges Fortepiano Competition. Currently Artistic Director of the Freiburger Barockorchester and Principal Guest Director of the English Concert, he collaborates with major ensembles worldwide and has worked alongside leading conductors and soloists. His extensive harmonia mundi discography includes Mozart’s complete solo keyboard works, Bach sonatas with Isabelle Faust, Winterreise with Mark Padmore, Haydn sonatas, and Beethoven concerti with the Freiburger Barockorchester.

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