Zwei Krönungs-Konzerte, KV 537 Und KV 459

Released in 1962 by the Musical Masterpiece Society, this recording features the pianist Lili Kraus performing two of Mozart’s most celebrated piano concertos, No. 26 in D Major ('Coronation') and No. 19 in F Major. The Musical Masterpiece Society was a notable mid-century mail-order record club that sought to democratize classical music by providing high-quality, budget-friendly pressings to subscribers, often featuring esteemed soloists like Kraus who were instrumental in popularizing Mozart’s repertoire during the post-war era.

Lili Kraus, renowned for her profound interpretation of Mozart, was chosen to lead these sessions with the Amsterdam Philharmonic Society Orchestra under the baton of Gianfranco Rivoli. Her approach was characterized by a balance of technical clarity and lyrical warmth, qualities that defined her long-standing reputation as one of the definitive Mozart pianists of the 20th century. The release was part of the society's broader mission to curate a comprehensive library of the classical canon, and it remains a testament to the era's focus on intimate, performance-driven interpretations.