Francesco Piemontesi, conductor Manfred Honeck, and the Gewandhausorchester Leipzig come together in a new recording of Brahms' Piano Concerto No. 2. This concerto transcends the traditional form, blending symphonic grandeur with virtuosic brilliance and moments of intimate chamber-like dialogue between piano and orchestra. Piemontesi's sensitive playing and Honeck's precise, passionate leadership create a richly detailed and moving interpretation of one of Brahms's greatest masterpieces. Alongside the concerto are Brahms' Three Intermezzi, Op. 117 - quiet, reflective pieces that offer a window into the composer's most personal thoughts. Francesco Piemontesi, one of today's most-cherished pianists, presents the fifth in his exclusive collaboration with PENTATONE, following the widely praised Schubert - Last Piano Sonatas (2019), Bach Nostalghia (2021), Schoenberg, Messiaen & Ravel (2022), and Liszt Transcendental Etudes & Piano Sonata (2023). Album Tracks 1. Piano Concerto No. 2, Op. 83~I. Allegro non troppo 2. Piano Concerto No. 2, Op. 83~II. Allegro appassionato 3. Piano Concerto No. 2, Op. 83~III. Andante 4. Piano Concerto No. 2, Op. 83~IV. Allegretto grazioso 5. 3 Intermezzi, Op. 117~No. 1, Andante moderato 6. 3 Intermezzi, Op. 117~No. 2, Andante non troppo e con molto espressione 7. 3 Intermezzi, Op. 117~No. 3, Andante con moto | Francesco Piemontesi | | Brahms: Piano Concerto No. 2 & Three Intermezzi, Op. 117 | COMPACT DISCS | CD | Best Buy