Klavierkonzert B-dur KV 595 ∙ Konzert Für Zwei Klaviere Es-dur KV 365

Recorded in 1973 and released in 1975 by Deutsche Grammophon, this album captures a poignant collaboration between the legendary pianist Emil Gilels and his daughter, Elena Gilels. Accompanied by the Vienna Philharmonic under the baton of Karl Böhm, the recording features two of Mozart's most celebrated works for piano and orchestra. The Concerto No. 27 in B-flat major, KV 595, stands as Mozart's final piano concerto, noted for its introspective and autumnal character, while the Concerto for Two Pianos in E-flat major, KV 365, provides a brilliant, playful contrast.

The production reflects the mature late-career aesthetic of both Karl Böhm and Emil Gilels, emphasizing a refined, balanced, and structurally rigorous approach to the Viennese classical tradition. Deutsche Grammophon’s engineering for this period is widely regarded for its clarity and warmth, capturing the specific acoustic qualities of the Musikverein in Vienna. Upon its release, the recording was praised by critics for the seamless rapport between father and daughter and the sympathetic, authoritative support provided by the Vienna Philharmonic, solidifying it as a standard-setting interpretation within the Deutsche Grammophon catalog.