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Jos Van Immerseel

Description:

Free and spontaneous Beethoven by Immerseur. First time ever to be made available as a set. The complete Beethoven piano concertos were recorded in Germany between 1995 and 1997 by the famous Dutch fortepiano player Jos van Immaasel on fortepiano. Among the complete recordings by fortepiano players such as Malcolm Bilson and Stephen Rubin, this is the most right-wing in terms of freedom and spontaneity. Immaazel's own improvised cadenzas in the early Nos. 1 and 2 are also a treat to hear. In 2008, Immaazel recorded the complete symphonies under the baton of Anima Eterna, and as a fortepiano player, he has recorded a collection of piano sonatas, complete cello sonatas, and piano trios over the years, and his interpretations strongly express the tradition and innovation of Beethoven, who led the classical school to completion and opened the door to the romantic school. His interpretations of Beethoven's music are highly acclaimed for their strong expression of tradition and innovation. The Violin Concerto coupled with Vera Beth's lively violin performance is also included. The Canadian original instrument ensemble Tafelmusik, led by Bruno Weill, provides support throughout the concert.