Piano Concerto in G (with works by Richard Strauss) [recorded in Paris in January 2009]

"The undoubted highlight of Jurowski's concert is a translucent performance of Strauss's Metamorphosen. The ebb and flow is exquisite, and the benefits of having a true chamber orchestra, rather than simply a reduced orchestral string section. The lines are individually moulded, yet never lose sight of the fluid whole."
(BBC Music)

"Jurowki conjures up some fine playing in this, encouraging his section leaders to play up the humour of the score ("Das Diner", for instance), but the best of the disc is the opening work, an impassioned, heartfelt account of Strauss's Metamorphosen, his "study for 23 solo strings" composed in 1946. Phrases are lovingly sculpted, individual lines translucent, with Jurowski firmly in control of the work's arc. The ending is magically handled and truly affecting." (Gramophone)

This programme captures the musical encounter between one of the most talented conductors of his generation with arguably the best chamber orchestra musicians. They are joined by worldwide renowned pianist Hélène Grimaud in a programme featuring Strauss and Ravel, a perfect combination of familiar repertoire and works that deserve to be discovered.

Vladimir Jurowski surprises the listener by a fresh style and approach. In combination with the charming and incisive Grimaud, he invites us to drift away with this extraordinary performance. Both artists are very thoughtful about the music they make and create a pure enjoyment for ear and eye.

The award-winning Hélène Grimaud presents a lively rendition of Ravel's concerto. Together with the orchestra lyricism and sonorous harmonies are expertly teased out.

Picture format DVD: NTSC 16:9

Sounds formats DVD: PCM Stereo, DD 5.1, DTS 5.1