Klaviersonaten Piano Sonatas K.310 · K.333 · K.545

Recorded in 1989 and released by Deutsche Grammophon in 1991, this collection features the Portuguese pianist Maria João Pires performing three of Mozart's most iconic piano sonatas: No. 8 in A minor, No. 13 in B-flat major, and the famous 'Sonata facile' in C major. These recordings reflect Pires's deeply introspective and lyrical approach to the Classical repertoire, which earned her significant critical acclaim during the late 20th century for her ability to balance technical precision with a profound, almost conversational emotional depth.

The production maintains the high sonic standards of the Deutsche Grammophon label, known for capturing the nuanced touch that defined Pires's interpretations. Her perspective on these sonatas focuses on the subtle interplay of light and shade in Mozart’s writing, moving away from more rigid, percussive readings of the era. The album was well-received by audiences and critics alike, securing its place as a cornerstone in the discography of Mozart’s keyboard works and highlighting Pires’s reputation as one of the definitive Mozart interpreters of her generation.