In addition to his skillful arrangements of Mozart's piano concertos for flute, violin, cello, and piano, Johann Nepomuk Hummel also transcribed some of the symphonies, of which the Symphony No. 35 in D major, "Haffner," the Symphony No. 36 in C major, "Linz," and the Symphony No. 41 in C major, "Jupiter," are presented on this 2015 Naxos release. Hummel knew Mozart personally, having lodged with him for two years as a child, so he had first-hand knowledge of the master's musical practices and was well-equipped later in ...
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In addition to his skillful arrangements of Mozart's piano concertos for flute, violin, cello, and piano, Johann Nepomuk Hummel also transcribed some of the symphonies, of which the Symphony No. 35 in D major, "Haffner," the Symphony No. 36 in C major, "Linz," and the Symphony No. 41 in C major, "Jupiter," are presented on this 2015 Naxos release. Hummel knew Mozart personally, having lodged with him for two years as a child, so he had first-hand knowledge of the master's musical practices and was well-equipped later in life to produce these exquisite chamber versions, which undoubtedly contributed to the works' wider popularity. Making only minor changes of articulation and ornamentation, according to early 19th century practices, Hummel was faithful to Mozart's harmonies and counterpoint, and the effectiveness of these pieces as chamber music is due entirely to Hummel's judicious adjustments. The ensemble of flutist Uwe Grodd, violinist Friedemann Eichhorn, cellist Martin Rummel, and pianist Roland...
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