Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Zijn Mooiste Vioolconcerten - Nrs.1 • 2 • 3 • 4 • 5 - Sinfonia Concertante Voor Viool. Altviool En Orkest

Released in 1985 by His Master's Voice, this compilation features the complete violin concertos of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart performed by violinist and conductor Vladimir Spivakov alongside the English Chamber Orchestra. The collection was produced to showcase Spivakov’s interpretation of Mozart’s core violin repertoire, emphasizing the clarity and technical precision that defined his approach during the mid-1980s. It reflects the era's appreciation for lush, chamber-scaled recordings of Classical-era compositions, intended for listeners seeking a definitive, integrated set of these seminal works.

The recording highlights the partnership between Spivakov and the English Chamber Orchestra, a group renowned for its sophisticated work in the late 18th-century canon. The design of the set focuses on the integrity of the performance, providing a balanced, clear soundstage typical of EMI’s production values at the time. Upon release, it was well-received by critics who valued the balance between Spivakov’s virtuoso technique and the orchestral support, cementing its status as a reliable and high-quality standard reference in the classical catalog of the period.