Hearing Stephen Hough over the course of one of music’s most exhilarating odysseys is not an opportunity to be missed, especially when that odyssey encompasses the five piano concertos of Beethoven. Recorded following a cycle of live performances in Helsinki, this magnificent set is sure to be recognized as one of Hough’s mostimportant recordings.

• - 1 -

  • 1. Piano Concerto No.1 In C Major Op.15 - Allegro
  • 2. Piano Concerto No.1 In C Major Op.15 - Largo
  • 3. Piano Concerto No.1 In C Major Op.15 - Rondo: Allegro
  • 4. Piano Concerto No.2 In B Flat Major Op.19 - Allegro Con Brio
  • 5. Piano Concerto No.2 In B Flat Major Op.19 - Adagio
  • 6. Piano Concerto No.2 In B Flat Major Op.19 - Rondo: Allegro M

• - 2 -

  • 1. Piano Concerto No.3 In C Minor Op.37 - Allegro Con Brio
  • 2. Piano Concerto No.3 In C Minor Op.37 - Largo
  • 3. Piano Concerto No.3 In C Minor Op.37 - Rondo: Allegro
  • 4. Piano Concerto No.4 In G Major Op.58 - Allegro Moderato
  • 5. Piano Concerto No.4 In G Major Op.58 - Andante Con Moto
  • 6. Piano Concerto No.4 In G Major Op.58 - Rondo: Vivace

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  • 1. Piano Concerto No.5 In E Flat Major Op.73 - Allegro
  • 2. Piano Concerto No.5 In E Flat Major Op.73 - Adagio Un Poco M
  • 3. Piano Concerto No.5 In E Flat Major Op.73 - Rondo: Allegro M