Carl Maria Von Weber: Complete Works For Piano & Orchestra

The First Concerto doesn’t reveal a great deal of Weber’s personality, but No. 2 is notable for its slow movement – a mysterious and sensuous piece featuring muted solo strings, and with an episode throwing the spotlight on a solo cello. Both concertos have a presto finale which calls for dazzling virtuosity – something which Brautigam has in spades: his fearless pyrotechnics are truly astounding. - BBC Music