Actually my piano teacher was a student of Horowitz, which I just realized. They even had a photo shot at 1946 together it is still in my piano teachers living room.
Amazing to see his interaction with the members of the orchestra. He was 83 when this was recorded. For all those supposed musical "experts" who make such narrow-minded comments (about his tie?) please take time to understand and listen with your heart! Horowitz was a master in every sense of the word. And funny, too! Look at his "conducting" at 7:03 -- he was enjoying himself! Bravo, maestro. Bravo!
as I said on the first movement. Absolutely amazing. You don't find this experience and workmanship any more. Sadly. Brilliant interpretation. And I don't think it's too fast. Mozart has to bubbly, like freshly opened champagne. Love it.
his technique, the use of his hands and fingers is really unique......... what other pianist would have such finger nails..................... absolutely stunning performance. The 2nd movement is truly VOX DEI.......... the voice of God!
For people who don't consider Mozart's music emotional or deep: grow up! Just because he's not an exaggerating, over-poetical romanticist it doesn't mean his music doesn't express true emotions. He's just not as obvious. You think you understand him perfectly, but there's is more than one level of understanding Mozart - the obvious, and what's behind the facade. Sure, he sometimes had to compose music for pure entertainment, but you go listen to his 20th pno concerto, and say it's not emotional!
Bravo!!!! One of my very favorite concerto.. I love it. Beautiful !!! Mozart, his my love of my life, I love everything about his music, but this is one of best`` Mr. Horowitz, looks like his having moment with GREAT Wolfgang A. Mozart.. I am sure that, their good friend in the three three dimensions world~`` Ich liebe dich und verfehlen Sie Sie Mozart und danke Horowitz ` Ancore~`` Thank you for sharing with all of us!! May Good Lord bless you forever+
Mozart may not be the greatest ever, but he had the richest and melodious music and qualitiest lolll music of all. In my opinion, he is the greatest ever
There's nothing to compare with all those fantastic piano concertos Mozart wrote. Half a century of listening to them and they still sound fresh. And now there are the new authentic styles of Levine et all to enjoy. After all that enjoyment of works we thought we knew by heart, they will sound suddenly new again, as extra delicacies are unveiled. How lucky we are to have all the 'geeks' of both history and electronics getting together to produce this free for our unlimited use.
Great post - thank you, I know he was not known for Mozart BUT he is Horowitz and a sorcerer to me. What VH does at and with the piano amazes me !!!! One other instrumentalist illicits this kind of adoration and happiness in me, viz, Jascha Heifetz. They performed together once in a benefit concert in New York, at a Hotel I believe, in the early 20th century. O to have been there. Regards-John
I watched him perform on Mozart's 250th birthday program on Korean ArirangTv, and I liked it . This movement is my favourite among Mozart's, although I'm a die hard Thrash Metal fan I truly love Moz Art's.
I don't know about adorable, but some in the know say this is the finest visual recording of Mozart's piano concerto 23, 3rd mvmt, of the 20th century; and not just by the maestro but of any other pianist. Thank you mportugals and TJENYC212.........yes, that was my area code too when i lived on Water St.
besides I used to play the same Concerto and many others of Mozart's (like any student) in High Music School. It s too easy for the Conservatory students. Warm regards to all profans. many kisses
Une sensibilité extraordinaire , des interprétations merveilleuses qui vous attachent à cet instrument formidable qu'est le piano , touché au plus profond de l' âme, Merci
Simply wonderful. Thank you so much for uploading this. I am in seventh heaven listening to it and by the wonderful man himself too. I feel really privileged.
People, a person does not get bad because they get old. As long as he was not crippled with arthritis in his hands, he could play as well as ever -- and get better and better. Not all people get senile with age; some get better and better. The older the fiddle, the sweeter the tune!
It absolutely boggles my mind how someone can be so utterly relaxed and actually having fun, and I can't play Happy Birthday to a small group of 3 without freezing up.
It is amazing the Horowitz could control ppp so "small" althrough the concerto. The piano can't be so quiet at the same time it is still heard. His playing is amazing.
@polymath7 I don't really have a good answer for that question, I am no professional conductor, but I know that there are many different ways of becoming one, many long and hard educations (few have the same luck Toscanini had) and very often you pretty much have to have done everything before you may become a conductor (studying music on a professional level, being a musician for a number of years, teaching, conducting non-professionals etc.).
Look at him conducting from the piano. When Gould did it, it looked cool. But Horowitz just looks funny. lol Still my favorite recording of this piece though. His sudden shift from Fortissimo to Pianissimo is incredible to say the least.
Simply put. A performance to never be played again. Purists. Think what you want. And when Horowitz chose Busoni cadenza! In concerto no 23 in A major.
@RobinLSL Tha's what his wife would said... and he would answer: "I´m not looking for perfection, but interpretation..." Music is so much more than just a good technique
No matter about the conductor( even if he's essential to keep the all entire orchestra) Horowiz is divine. Just listen to his performance and enjoy it is a great pleasure.
Yes, we need more civility in this world-I never understand the vitriol in these comment sections when people disagree - after all we are talking about small differences about something we all hold dear -they quickly degenerate into pissing matches If your initiial comment had been more temperate but still critical or questioning maybe you wouldn't evoke certain responses? As before I hope you do find appreciation for Horowitz's work even if he is not your favorite
@ActMax And I believe you have a very high musical education? The conductor is absolutely necessary. What one has to remember as a mere observer of an orchestra is that what you see the conductor do on stage is just the tip of an iceberg; 90% of his/her job is done during rehersals. He, alone, decides and creates the entire character of the interpretation of a piece, as well as keeping the entire orchestra together according to that musical idea during performance.
@ProkofievRules I simply don't understand people who don't like Mozart. I have no theory of mind for what it is like not to be in slack-jawed reverential awe of his genius. But you're right about Prokfiev.
I have to say thank you for your good replies. I have seen many people snap and only try to bash me after I say something controversial, but you have been polite and open-minded.
@ActMax And about the musicians looking down into their sheets: a skilled musician should be able to look up at the conductor now and then, but even an amateur must keep the conductor in his periphery all the time.
@musicy88 I know exactly what you mean. I know almost nothing about Horrrowitz's personality, but something tells me I'd love having him as a grandfather.
@jjp009 I think its a wrong note in the left hand of the scales in 10ths...the second time they descend. Not sure though. His little giggle is priceless.
@ActMax the conductor is always the one credited the most (apart from the pianist), so he must be doing something lol. the conductor has full stylistic control of the piece as well (which he dictates during rehersals probably)
