Klavierkonzert D-dur KV 537 (Krönungs-Konzert) / Klavierkonzert B-dur KV 595

This recording was released in 1977 on the East German ETERNA label, a central institution for classical music production within the German Democratic Republic. It features pianist Annerose Schmidt, a prominent figure in the East German music scene, performing alongside the Dresden Philharmonic under the direction of Kurt Masur. The coupling of Mozart’s Piano Concertos No. 26 in D Major, known as the Coronation Concerto, and No. 27 in B-flat Major, represents late-period Mozart, showcasing the refined, balanced aesthetic that characterized the state-supported performance traditions of the era.

The ETERNA catalog was instrumental in preserving the interpretive styles of Central European musicians during the Cold War. Kurt Masur, recognized for his structural clarity and commitment to historical performance practices, sought to bring a disciplined, architectural approach to these concertos. Annerose Schmidt’s collaboration with the Dresden Philharmonic was well-regarded for its technical precision and adherence to the formal elegance of the Classical period, earning a consistent reputation among listeners and critics for its fidelity to the score.