Simon Trpčeski (piano), Cristian Măcelaru, WDR Sinfonieorchester
This eagerly-awaited new release sees Simon Trpceski reunite with conductor Cristian Macelaru to record Brahms Piano Concertos. Their unrivalled chemistry, paramount in Brahms's chamber-like concertos, is on full display in these new performances which puts the two artists' musical affinity in the spotlight. These two contrasting concertos, one beginning in darkness, the other in light, mark Brahms's major contribution to the genre. With Trpceski's flawless technique and sensitive playing, pianophiles are in for a treat. Macelaru's orchestra, WDR Sinfonieorchester, joins the pair to complete the line-up; a perfect companion to their previous album, Shostakovich Piano Concertos, which garnered numerous accolades (BBC Music Magazine Concerto Choice, Le Choix de France Musique, among others).
- Brahms: Piano Concerto No. 1 in D minor, Op. 15
- Brahms: Piano Concerto No. 2 in B flat major, Op. 83
BBC Music Magazine
January 2024
Concerto Choice
January 2024
It is a splendid showcase, not just for the performers, but for the music: it has such a pleasing, expansive warmth and sense of relish. Apart from anything else, it sounds as if the performers are having the time of their lives.
December 2023
These are well observed, finetuned performances, superbly recorded and well worth hearing.
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