Konzert Fur Klavier Und Orchester Nr. 22 Es-dur KV 482 / Konzert-Rondo Fur Klavier Und Orchester Nr. 1 D-dur KV 382

This 1972 recording was produced as part of Daniel Barenboim’s extensive traversal of Mozart’s piano concertos with the English Chamber Orchestra for EMI, released in Germany under the Die Stimme Seines Herrn label. The recording reflects the era's shift toward a more modern, expressive interpretation of Mozart, moving away from the starker period-instrument movements that would dominate later decades. Barenboim, serving as both soloist and conductor, brought a romantic sensibility to the performances, emphasizing the lyrical and conversational qualities inherent in the keyboard writing.

The sleeve design follows the clean, minimalist aesthetic characteristic of EMI’s classical releases during the 1970s, which prioritized clarity and professional presentation for a discerning audiophile market. These recordings were generally well-received by critics of the period, who praised the synergy between Barenboim and the English Chamber Orchestra for their balance of technical precision and nuanced phrasing. The release serves as a representative example of the mid-century trend of centralizing artistic control in the hands of the virtuoso-conductor.