Beethoven ① Piano Concerto No. 1 in C major, Op. 15 ② Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-flat major, Op. 19 Martha Argerich (piano) Conductor: Giuseppe Sinopoli Philharmonia Orchestra Recorded: 1985 Argerich, who is both unrestrained and always demonstrates an excellent sense of balance, and Sinopoli, who combines passion and objectivity, deliver a truly well-balanced performance. Winner of the 1986 Record Academy Award. Music critic: Kofuku Uno "Argerich's No. 1 is a bold Beethoven with a large-scale expression. From the beginning of the first movement, the breathing is amazing, and the rhythmic approach, as if emphasizing, is rare for her, like listening to Backhaus's artistry, but from the point where she ascends with triplets, Argerich's usual quick movements and genius flashes appear, and after that, it's all about responding to the ever-changing expressions. There are infinite changes in dynamics and nuances of tone, intense accents, constant rhythm intervals, fantastical tempo movements, and the most sensitive touch, and there's almost nothing conventional, but there's no stagnation at all, and the cadenza's rapid progress is just cool. (omitted) Sinopoli's conducting is also unique. You'll be surprised by the deep resonance and the call from the bottom of his heart, such as the beginning of the first movement. Overall, with its energetic momentum and its charming and organic harmony, it's a wonderful achievement, and his unique nuances are visible and hidden within it." "Argerich's No. 2 is full of personality. How vividly beautiful the sound she presents in the first movement! The touch and rhythm are bright and leaping, the epitome of vividness, and the accents are always bold, yet the expressions and tones always change like flowing water, doing everything she wants to do. The range of expression is wide. The second movement is also the best! Here, she speaks to the music slowly and steadily throughout. What a sad longing. (omitted) It's packed with rich content, and the storms of the heart and the prayers of the soft sounds are something you can't hear on other discs." Early domestic pressing, no obi 11 Slight scratches on the disc surface, but no playback problems *We offer discounts for bulk purchases (please comment in advance)* 2 items purchased → 150 yen off, 3 items purchased → 300 yen off 4 items purchased → 450 yen off