Scharwenka's Piano Concerto No 1 in B-flat minor begins boisterously like the arrival of friends already in party mood and continues in sometimes quiet but always cheerful spirit. Scherzo introduces a giggling theme that becomes a dance with a catchy tune that bounces round your head for days. Serious drama arrives in the final movement gradually resolving into joyful song.Concerto No 2 in C Minor has rhapsodic opening and closing movements separated by a gentle adagio. The closing section shows Sharwenka at his showy and rambunctious best. Splendid piano playing is supported by enthusiastic, committed and muscular orchestral sound. These are zesty and enjoyable performances that endear themselves with repeated playing.