Klavierkonzert Nr. 12 A-dur, KV 414 / Klavierkonzert Nr. 26 D-dur, KV 537 „Krönungs-Konzert”

Released in 1969 on the Philips label, this recording features the Austrian pianist Ingrid Haebler performing Mozart’s Piano Concertos No. 12 and No. 26. The recording, conducted by Witold Rowicki with the London Symphony Orchestra, represents a significant period in the late 1960s when Philips sought to document definitive interpretations of the Mozart repertoire. Haebler, known for her restrained, elegant, and historically informed approach, was central to the label's mission of capturing the clarity and nuance of the Classical period.

The production design reflects the minimalist, high-fidelity aesthetic favored by Philips during this era, focusing on academic rigor and technical precision. Haebler’s reputation for avoiding Romantic-era sentimentality in favor of balanced phrasing was highly regarded by critics at the time, positioning this record as a standard-bearer for chamber-focused orchestral playing. The pairing of the earlier KV 414 with the more grandiose 'Coronation' concerto, KV 537, served to showcase both the light virtuosity and the late-period maturity of Mozart’s output.