BEETHOVEN

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Piano Concertos Nos 1 & 5

Andor Földes (piano); Bamberg Symphony Orchestra; Berlin Phil/leitner Eloquence 482 7048 (1959-60) 76:09 mins Földes brings considerable Beethovenian heft to the First Concerto. His interpretation of the Emperor is solid, but not especially riveting. Both orchestras offer sturdy and committed support.