Mozart Serenades - SCO - The Observer

An Austrian of Polish and Czech descent, virtuoso violinist Alexander Janiczek proves a stylish stand-in for Sir Charles Mackerras as he leads the Scottish Chamber Orchestra in this careful selection of six chamber works. The divertimento in E flat marking Mozart's graduation from precocious wunderkind to distinctive master, is also significant for his first use of clarinet; the serenade in D complements his first violin concerto in its use of solo violin. The SCO's playing is as refined and elegant as these wonderful works themselves.