Credits:

Backhaus,Wilhelm,Brahms,Johannes,Bohm,Wilhelm Backhaus Karl Bohm

Description:

[One of the greatest masterpieces of Backhaus's grand era. The huge scale, unwaveringly strong technique, and passionate, devilish expression are reminiscent of the days when he was praised as the "lion king of the keyboard" in his younger days. Böhm, too, is drawn into the intensity of the performance. This is an overwhelmingly masterful performance that embodies the Brahms of the Sturm und Drang period. [Performed by Wilhelm Backhaus (piano), Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, Karl Böhm (conductor) Recorded: June 1953 (monaural)