Krystian Zimerman, Sir Simon Rattle, and Ludwig van Beethoven: three exceptional musicians and five great piano concertos are brought together for a landmark recording. This release is among the biggest highlights to conclude the Beethoven anniversary celebrations. Over 30 years ago, in 1989, Krystian Zimerman and Leonard Bernstein recorded Beethoven's Piano Concertos Nos. 3, 4 and 5. They were united in their total dedication to music - in mind, heart and soul - resulting in an exceptional recording. Sadly, Bernstein died before the cycle was recorded in completion. Zimerman went on to conduct the remaining Concertos Nos. 1 and 2 from the keyboard in 1991. 'The impression Bernstein's approach to music made on me was very clear,' Zimerman says. 'He gave me the courage and confidence to be daring with my interpretations, trying out musical ideas that were completely new.'

Disc 1

Track name

Artist

1.I. Allegro Con Brio

Krystian Zimerman/London Symphony Orchestra

2.II. Largo

Krystian Zimerman/London Symphony Orchestra

3.III. Rondo: Allegro

Krystian Zimerman/London Symphony Orchestra

4.I. Allegro Con Brio

Krystian Zimerman/London Symphony Orchestra

5.II. Adagio

Krystian Zimerman/London Symphony Orchestra

6.III. Rondo: Molto Allegro

Krystian Zimerman/London Symphony Orchestra

Disc 2

Track name

Artist

1.I. Allegro Con Brio

Krystian Zimerman/London Symphony Orchestra

2.II. Largo

Krystian Zimerman/London Symphony Orchestra

3.III. Rondo: Allegro

Krystian Zimerman/London Symphony Orchestra

4.I. Allegro Moderato

Krystian Zimerman/London Symphony Orchestra

5.II. Andante Con Moto

Krystian Zimerman/London Symphony Orchestra

6.III. Rondo: Vivace

Krystian Zimerman/London Symphony Orchestra

Disc 3

Track name

Artist

1.I. Allegro

Krystian Zimerman/London Symphony Orchestra

2.II. Adagio Un Poco Mosso

Krystian Zimerman/London Symphony Orchestra

3.III. Rondo: Allegro

Krystian Zimerman/London Symphony Orchestra

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