Stojowski, Jonathan Plowright, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Martyn Brabbins - Piano Concerto No 1 Op 3 Piano Concerto No 2 Op 32

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Review by Ed Crunchedd

Piano Concerto No. 1 Op. 3 & Piano Concerto No. 2 Op. 32 by Stojowski – A Wild Ride Through Romantic Chaos Alright, let’s get this straight: Zygmunt Stojowski isn’t exactly a household name, but damn if this album doesn’t slap harder than most of the overhyped classical junk cluttering up Spotify playlists. Released in 2002 on Hyperion Records (you know, those Brits who always nail their production), this sucker is a double-header of piano concertos that’ll make your ears bleed—in the best way possible. First off, Jonathan Plowright on piano? The dude absolutely shreds. He’s got fingers like lightning bolts and an emotional range wider than the Atlantic. Then you’ve got Martyn Brabbins conducting the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, which sounds tighter than a drumline at halftime. And don’t even get me started on Mike Clements’ engineering work—it’s clean, crisp, and punchy as hell. You can hear every single note without it being all polished and boring. Now, onto the tracks. Let’s talk about Variation VI: Con Fuoco, Agitato from Piano Concerto No. 2. This one hits you like a freight train right outta nowhere. It starts with these jagged, restless runs on the piano, like someone’s trying to outrun their own shadow. Then BAM—the orchestra crashes in with brass so loud it feels like they’re standing next to you. I mean, seriously, what is this? Classical music or some kind of symphonic death match? Either way, it stuck in my head for days because it’s just so damn relentless. If you’re not gripping the armrest during this track, check your pulse—you might be dead. Then there’s Prologue: Andante Con Moto, also from Piano Concerto No. 2. This one sneaks up on you real slow, like a cat stalking its prey. The strings are all moody and atmospheric, setting the stage for Plowright to come in with these delicate, almost hesitant notes. But don’t let that fool ya—this thing builds into something massive. By the time the full orchestra kicks in, it’s like watching a storm roll in over the ocean. Beautiful, terrifying, and completely unstoppable. Honestly, if this doesn’t give you goosebumps, you’re probably made of stone. What strikes me most about this record is how unapologetically ROMANTIC it is. Not “romantic” like flowers and chocolates; I’m talking big, bold emotions—love, anger, despair—all crammed into 80 minutes of music. It’s messy, chaotic, and occasionally overwhelming, but that’s what makes it so freaking good. Stojowski wasn’t screwing around when he wrote these pieces—he went all-in, no regrets. And here’s the kicker: Why don’t more people know about this guy? Seriously, where’s the Netflix docuseries? Where’s the TikTok trend? Instead, we’re stuck listening to the same old Beethoven and Tchaikovsky reruns while gems like this gather dust. Screw that noise. Go listen to this album. Turn it up loud. Let it wreck you. Final thought: If Stojowski were alive today, he’d probably be fronting a metal band instead of writing concertos. Just saying.

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Artist: Stojowski, Jonathan Plowright, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Martyn Brabbins
Album: Piano Concerto No 1 Op 3 Piano Concerto No 2 Op 32
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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Variation X (Finale): Allegro Molto8:15
Variation IX: Andantino Ben Moderato2:18
Variation III: Più Mosso1:14
Variation I: Molto Sostenuto1:21
Variation VIII: Andante Sostenuto1:04
Variation V: Molto Vivace0:28
Piano Concerto No 2 In A Flat Major (Prologue, Scherzo And Variations) Op 32
Variation II: Con Espressione Poco Rubato1:07
Andante Sostenuto E Molto Cantabile9:39
Prologue: Andante Con Moto7:36
Variation IV: Allegretto0:54
Allegro Con Fuoco - Presto - Più Presto10:22
Scherzo: Presto5:02
Variations: Tema: Maestoso E Moderato Molto1:03
Andante Poco Mosso - Allegro Un Poco Maestoso - Lento, Poco A Poco Animato - Doppio Movimento14:55
Variation VII: Con Moto, Energico1:25
Variation VI: Con Fuoco, Agitato1:05
Piano Concerto No 1 In F Sharp Minor Op 3

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Catalog Numbers

CDA67314

Labels

Hyperion

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Formats

  • CD
  • Album
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Companies

RoleCompany
Recorded AtCaird Hall, Dundee
Manufactured ForBMG Direct

Credits

RoleCredit
Booklet EditorTim Parry
Composed ByZygmunt Stojowski
ConductorMartyn Brabbins
EngineerMike Clements
Executive-ProducerMichael Spring, Simon Perry
LeaderElizabeth Layton
OrchestraBBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra
PianoJonathan Plowright
ProducerAndrew Keener

Barcodes

  • Label Code: LC 7533
  • Barcode: 034571173146

About Stojowski, Jonathan Plowright, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Martyn Brabbins

Polish pianist and composer, born May 4, 1870 near Kielce and died November 5, 1946 in New York City.

Real Name

    • Zygmunt Denis Antoni Jordan de Stojowski

Name Vars

  • Sigismond Stojowski
  • Sigismund Stojowsky
  • Stojowski
  • Stojowski, Sigismund
  • Z. Stojiowski
  • Z. Stojowski
  • Zygmunt Stojowski

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? The album "Piano Concerto No. 1 Op. 3 & Piano Concerto No. 2 Op. 32" by Zygmunt Stojowski is a hidden gem in the classical world. Released in 2002, it features pianist Jonathan Plowright and the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Martyn Brabbins. What makes it special is how it blends Romantic-era drama with intricate variations. For instance, the second concerto is structured as a prologue, scherzo, and variations—quite unique for a piano concerto. Plus, the recording itself is a team effort, with Hyperion Records pulling together top talent like producer Andrew Keener and engineer Mike Clements to capture every detail. It’s a treat for anyone who loves rich, expressive music.