Mozart has been at the heart of the Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne’s repertoire since its foundation in 1942, and the orchestra’s extensive discography already includes acclaimed recordings of the composer’s complete piano concertos and serenades and other works. Now Mozart: The Violin Concertos reflects the rapport that Renaud Capuçon and the OCL have developed since the former became the ensemble’s Artistic Director at the start of the 2021‑22 season. “Ever since then, it’s been obvious that I should record the five Mozart concertos with them,” recalls Capuçon. “We have a natural musical affinity in this repertoire, and their sound and sense of phrasing are so inspiring. Recording these works together was pure joy.”

Assuming the dual role of soloist and director, Capuçon turned to the subtle musical complexities of the concertos armed with a feeling for their spontaneity and a determination to bring them to life in the moment. Recorded last September at Lausanne’s Théâtre de Beaulieu, the 2-CD album also includes the Rondo in C major K 373 and Adagio in E major K 261.

Tracklist:

VIOLIN CONCERTO NO. 1 IN B-FLAT MAJOR, K. 207
I. Allegro moderato
II. Adagio
III. Presto
 
VIOLIN CONCERTO NO. 2 IN D MAJOR, K. 211
I. Allegro moderato 
II. Andante 
III. Rondeau (Allegro)
 
VIOLIN CONCERTO NO. 3 IN G MAJOR, K. 216
I. Allegro 
II. Adagio 
III. Rondeau (Allegro)

VIOLIN CONCERTO NO. 4 IN D MAJOR, K. 218
I. Allegro
II. Andante cantabile
III. Rondeau (Andante grazioso)

VIOLIN CONCERTO NO. 5 IN A MAJOR, K. 219 "TURKISH"
I. Allegro aperto
II. Adagio
III. Rondeau (Tempo di Menuetto)

RONDO IN C MAJOR, K. 373

ADAGIO IN E MAJOR, K. 261