Trio For Piano, Clarinet And Viola In E Flat Major K.498 "Kegelstatt-Trio"/ Sonata For Fagott And Cello In B Flat Major K.292

The Kegelstatt Trio, K. 498, was composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in 1786, reportedly during a game of skittles, from which it derives its nickname. It is a masterful example of the Classical period's chamber music, written specifically for his friend Franziska von Jacquin and the clarinetist Anton Stadler. The work is celebrated for its warm, conversational interplay between the piano, clarinet, and viola, showcasing Mozart's ability to balance technical complexity with deep, lyrical accessibility.

This specific recording was released on the Seraphim label in 1977, featuring the Kammermusikvereinigung der Berliner Philharmoniker. As a budget-friendly classical imprint of EMI, Seraphim was instrumental in curating high-quality interpretations of the standard repertoire for a wider audience. The release captures the disciplined, refined aesthetic typical of the Berlin Philharmonic's chamber ensembles during the mid-20th century, favoring structural clarity and precise ensemble balance.