Mozart Symphonies V

With four superb albums already setting new artistic benchmarks, the Folkwang Kammerorchester Essen continues its exploration of the complete symphonic oeuvre of Mozart under the baton of celebrated Mozart specialist Johannes Klumpp. Now this fifth stage of the ensemble’s sonic journey brings us Symphonies Nos. 8, 22, 23, and — as a brilliant highlight — the grand Symphony No. 39 in E-flat major. International critics praise these recordings for their “exceptional technical mastery” and hail conductor and orchestra alike as “ideal Mozart interpreters.” This release is a testament to the radiant diversity and expressive power of Mozart’s symphonic writing.

Fono Forum
"Klumpp illuminates the music from within, making the underlying layers and background audible. This is particularly compelling in the Symphonies in C major and D major, which Mozart composed in Salzburg at the age of seventeen." Review by Susanne Benda, Issue 4/2026

radio klassik Stephansdom
The album was featured as CD of the day on the Pressfrisch program on January 27, 2026.

Pizzicato
"The Folkwang Chamber Orchestra Essen and conductor Johannes Klumpp, who are perfectly attuned to each other, once again offer their polished and remarkable interpretation of these works." Review by Uwe Krusch, January 10, 2026