Amadeus

Edited from the original edition.

The concerto, written in 1961, is one of the works that indulge less in the spirit of the times, but pay tribute to the sound-specific possibilities of the solo part and the strings.

The characteristic clarity and sweetness of Saint-Saëns' tonal language is combined with a depth of expression that gives the work lasting validity. Repertoire!

In this large orchestral work, the second solo instrument is notable, creating a 'double concerto'. A special feature of the sonically beautiful piece is the two-movement form in which, despite its br...

Edited from the first edition.

Edited from the autograph.

In the movements Walter has taken into account the character of both instruments in the most sensitive way. The piano part reveals that harmonic saturation and sonority which are appropriate to the mo...