Symphonies 29 31-32 35-36
Sir Charles Mackerras returns to conducts the Scottish Chamber Orchestra in a definitive performance of five of Mozart's finest symphonies. This recording was named a Finalist at the 2010 Gramophone Awards and was acclaimed across the media:<br><br>IRR Outstanding: "...a performance of absolute mastery." International Record Review<br><br>Recommended: "there's so much to enjoy on these discs...and vivacity aplenty" Gramophone<br><br>Classical CD of the Week: "Those who bought the last instalment will not want to miss this outstandingly well-engineered sequel." (four stars) Sunday Times<br><br>"Mackerras is the man, with rhythm and vigour to the fore." (four and a half stars) BBC Music Magazine<br><br>"...it's hard to imagine the final climax of the Linz more conclusively or majestically presented." (four stars) The Guardian<br><br>"This is some of the best Mozart I have ever heard..." (five stars) Audiophile Audition<br><br>"Some of the best Mozart symphony recordings ever?" (five stars) Classic FM Magazine<br><br>"Mackerras has an unparalleled feeling for Mozart style..." (five stars) Financial Times <br><br>"Each of the disc's five symphonies is a gem in its own right...The glorious results are self-recommending." BBC Online<br><br>"Everything comes stamped with character, intelligence and beauty." (four stars) The Times