Symphonies 29 31-32 35-36

Sir Charles Mackerras returns to conducts the Scottish Chamber Orchestra in a definitive performance of five of Mozart's finest symphonies. This recording was named a Finalist at the 2010 Gramophone Awards and was acclaimed across the media:

IRR Outstanding: "...a performance of absolute mastery." International Record Review

Recommended: "there's so much to enjoy on these discs...and vivacity aplenty" Gramophone

Classical CD of the Week: "Those who bought the last instalment will not want to miss this outstandingly well-engineered sequel." (four stars) Sunday Times

"Mackerras is the man, with rhythm and vigour to the fore." (four and a half stars) BBC Music Magazine

"...it's hard to imagine the final climax of the Linz more conclusively or majestically presented." (four stars) The Guardian

"This is some of the best Mozart I have ever heard..." (five stars) Audiophile Audition

"Some of the best Mozart symphony recordings ever?" (five stars) Classic FM Magazine

"Mackerras has an unparalleled feeling for Mozart style..." (five stars) Financial Times

"Each of the disc's five symphonies is a gem in its own right...The glorious results are self-recommending." BBC Online

"Everything comes stamped with character, intelligence and beauty." (four stars) The Times