Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No.2/Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini
On this CD:
1. Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minor, Op. 18
Composed by Sergey Rachmaninov
Performed by London Symphony Orchestra
with Vladimir Ashkenazy
Conducted by Andre Previn
2. Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini (Introduction and 24 Variations), in A minor for piano & orchestra, Op. 43
Composed by Sergey Rachmaninov
Performed by London Symphony Orchestra
with Vladimir Ashkenazy
Conducted by Andre Previn
Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No.2/Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Music, Sergey Rachmaninov, André Previn, London Symphony Orchestra, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Classical, Classical Composers, Classical Music, Concerto, Piano Concerto
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ASIN: B0000058HT
Release Date: 1996-01-23 |
Tracks:
- Eine Klein Nachtmusik: (I. Allegro)
- Nutcracker Suite: (Russian Dance)
- The Four Seasons, Op. 8: (Spring: I. Allegro)
- Hungarian Dance No. 5 In G Minor
- Symphony in D, K. 161 - 163: (III. Presto)
- Waltz In D-Flat Major, Op. 64, No. 1
- Tritsch-Tratsch Polka, Op. 214
- Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 In G, S. 1048: (III. Allegro)
- Swan Lake: (Dance Of The Swans)
- Carmen Suite No. 2: (Habanera)
- Messiah: (Overture)
- Wind Serenade 'The Marriage Of Figaro': Overture
- Violin Concerto No. 1 In G Minor, Op. 12: (III. Allegro)
- Water Music: (Overture)
- Sleeping Beauty Ballet Suite, Op. 66: (Panorama)
- Symphony No. 26 In E-flat Major, K. 184: (III. Allegro)
- Waltz No. 10 In B Minor, Op. 69 No. 2
- Violin Concerto No. 1 In A Minor, S. 1041: (III. Allegro)
- Water Music: (Lentement)
- Brandenburg Concerto No. 4 In G Major, S. 1049: (II. Andante)
- Habanera
- Horn Concerto No. 3 In E-Flat Major, K. 447: (II. Romanza)
- Rhapsody On A Theme By Paganini, Op. 43: (Variation No. 18)
- Thunder And Lightning Polka, Op. 324
- Stars And Stripes Forever
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classic music CD.......2007-06-27
The CD was well represented by the clips on the Amazon website and came in time for our event. We did have a problem with the charge but that was taken care of promptly. Great service.
Good for beginners.......2007-02-15
It is an excellent collection of classical music. I would recommend this CD if you have a friend who don't like classical music, since it has the most beautiful overtures and portions of famous artists. If you are a Classic Music Savvy you probably will not be impressed by it, unless you want to play the CD as background music in a friends gathering.
Great mix.......2007-02-14
All the best composers! Over an hour of music. A samble of the greatest pieces.
Good for first-timer.......2007-01-22
This is the first time I have ever bought a classical music CD and I was very pleased with this one. It has a good variety of selections. I would buy it again.
25 Classical Favorites cd.......2007-01-06
This CD has so many of my favorite, lively classical music -- love it!!
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ASIN: B00000I93Z
Release Date: 1999-03-30 |
Tracks:
- Air 'On the G String' - Academy Of St. Martin In The Fields
- Morning - Academy Of St. Martin In The Fields
- Canon In D - Academy Of St. Martin In The Fields
- Jesu, Joy Of Man's Desiring - Academy Of St. Martin In The Fields
- Gymnopedie No.1 - City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
- II. Andante - Stephen Hough
- Viens, Mallika - Mady Mesple
- In Paradisum - Choir Of King's College, Cambridge
- Clair De Lune - Dame Moura Lympany
- II. Andate - Yehudi Menuhin
- The Swan - Osian Ellis
- II. Lento E Largo - Tranquillissimo - Zofia Kilanowicz
- II. Andantino - James Galway
- II. Largo - Yehudi Menuhin
- Nimrod - London Symphony Orchestra
- Blow the Wind - Pie Jesu - Jocelyn Pook
- Variation 18 - Cecile Ousset
- Pavane Op.50 - Gareth Morris
Tracks:
- Zion Hort Die Wachter Singen - South German Madrigal Choir
- Adagio In G Minor - Academy Of St. Martin In The Fields
- Minuet - Academy Of St. Martin In The Fields
- II. Largo - Andrei Gavrilov
- Meditation - Hans Kalafusz
- I. Adagio Sostenuto - Dame Moura Lympany
- Belle Nuit, O Nuit D'amour (Barcarolle) - Elisabeth Schwarzkopf
- II. Andante - Nigel North
- II. Adagio - Jack Brymer
- Intermezzo - Philharmonia Orchestra
- I. Moderato - London Chamber Orchestra
- O Mio Babbino Caro - Montserrat Caballe
- Fantasia On 'Greensleeves' - Sinfonia Of London
- II. Adagio Sostenuto (Opening) - Cecile Ousset
- Nocturne - Academy Of St. Martin In The Fields
- II. Adagio (Opening) - Julian Bream
- Adagio For Strings Op.11a - The Philadelphia Orchestra
- Entr'acte To Act III - Orchestre National De France
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You want relaxing classical music that'll soothe your soul but won't lull you into sleep? Here's a double CD for you. The Most Relaxing Classical Album in the World ... Ever! does its best to cover both well-worn classical favorites (Bach's "Air on the G String," Pachelbel's "Cannon," Debussy's "Clair de Lune") and some eclectic left-field choices (an excerpt from Górecki's Symphony No. 3, Jocelyn Pook's "Blow the Wind," and Samuel Barber's Adagio for Strings. The performances of most of these excerpts are top-notch--artists include Sir Neville Marriner, James Galway, Jacqueline du Pré and the Philadelphia Orchestra--and there's enough variety here for everyone. --Edward Garabedian
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Lives Up To The Title, Fine Variety Of Genre's........2007-02-04
This CD is a great way to enjoy a large variety of Classical Composers & many of their best known pieces. Vivaldi's "Four Seasons," is an all time favorite. There are vocals, Piano pieces, & some fine Violins. I found the latter the most enjoyable. Here you can find Rodrigo & Pachelbell. Samuel Barber's haunting Adagio will make your skin tingle. This may not be to everyones taste, but if you wish to relax? Give this a couple of listens.
Good for relaxing pregnant women.......2007-01-17
I stumbled onto this album whilst searching bit torrent websites for classical music. I don't normally listen to classical music but thought it might be relaxing for my pregnant wife. After hearing the quality of the performances, the arrangement, and the recording I decided to buy the album from amazon. All the songs you would expect from a "best album in the world" are there and they are not boring to listen to like a lot of other classical albums. I now play this album in the car constantly and the wife requested it be played at the hospital during the birth.
Too much opera.......2007-01-10
If it wasn't for the opera this would be a great CD.
Does what it set out to do, very well.......2006-11-15
So i'm a classical music veteran, someone who prefers to collect a complete work, rather than classical compilations. I probably would not have listened to this album at all if my dad didnt buy it for me as a gift. By now, i own the complete works that over half of the excepts on this disc come from. I am a purist if ever there was one.
That said, i totally adore this set because i have learned to take it on its own terms. These discs weren't meant for expert classical listeners, so a review from that sort of mindset is useless. This set was meant for pure, easy listening, and for a basic starters kit for classical newbies. Most of all, it was just meant to do what the title says, to relax the average human being. classical expert or not.
Yes, some of these pieces have been altered or shortened, like Mozart's Flute and Harp Concerto Andantino, but they have been edited for a good enough reason: the full versions would have been too long to flow with the rest of the album. And also, the full versions contain so much development that they don't become easy listening anymore. The shortened versions work in the context of the album. Most essentially, the shortened versions on the discs still convey the main flavor the composers were going for. The melodies and themes remain unchanged.
To sum up, it is true that when i want to actually listen deeply to classical music, this album would never be a choice. I would want to hear the complete works like the composers intended. But at certain times when i simply don't mind about that stuff, when i just need to loosen up and free my mind of stress with some nice melodies, this set does the job well enough.
Last but not least: being a purist and a classical buff, i am very particular about performance quality. I was very glad to find that EMI did not get lazy about this. All the artists are world-class, and all the performances are at least exceptional. Some performances are even quite excellent, like the Clair De Lune, which is one of the best i've heard. (Credit to Dame Lympany, the pianist.)
So once again, recommended for its stated purpose, to relax. I am a purist, a classical buff, and i still enjoy this disc. That says something.
TRULY The most relaxing and beautiful music ever written........2006-11-10
This album along with Volume 2 are now the two most valued albums in my music collection. I have all of the songs contained on these two albums but they are scattered through at least a dozen different albums and several are not performed by artists such as those that recorded this album and Volume 2.
SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL !!!!!!!!!!
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Release Date: 2001-03-27 |
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- II: Andante - Stephen Hough
- I: Adagio Sostenuto - Dame Moura Lympany
- Jesus Bleibet Meine Freude (Jesu, Joy Of Man's Desiring) - Dame Moura Lympany
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- Tango - Dame Moura Lympany
- Liebestraum No. 3 In A Flat - John Ogdon
- Waltz No. 9 In A Flat - Dmitri Alexeev
- Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini - Cecile Ousset
- Traumerei - Dame Moura Lympany
- La Maja Y El Ruisenor - Magda Tagliaferro
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- Gymnopedie No. 1 - Aldo Ciccolini
- Fur Elise - Dame Moura Lympany
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- Fruhlingslied - Daniel Adni
- II: Andante - Dmitri Alexeev
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- II: Romanze - Annie Fischer
- Aria - Maria Tipo
- II: Romance (Larghetto) - Garrick Ohlsson
- Granada - Gonzalo Soriano
- Waltz No. 15 In A Flat - Maura Lympany
- II: Largo - Andrei Gavrilov
- An Den Fruhling - Daniel Adni
- Nocturne No. 10 In A Flat - Daniel Adni
- II: Adagio Un Poco Mosso - Walter Gieseking
- La Fille Aux Cheveux De Lin - Dame Moura Lympany
- Cancons I Dansas No. 1 - Gonzalo Soriano
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- Gnossienne No. 1 - Aldo Ciccolini
- Berceuse - Jean-Philippe Collard
- Minuet In G - Dame Moura Lympany
- Berceuse In D Flat - Peter Donohoe
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something to have.......2007-03-14
These CD's are filled with all the awesome relaxing songs for the evening when you need it. It is just one of those must have items in your CD collection.
Excellent Music.......2007-02-19
This album was a "try and see" purchase but I love it. It makes great dinner music, great music to drift off to sleep with, or just nice background filler during social events needing a softer tone. It is not all solo piano music if that s what you are after; the other instruments blend very well however and don't challenge the piano playing. It is a piano album after all!
buy now.......2006-09-01
Want to know why I think the piano is the best musical instrument ever invented? Because no matter how the piano is played, it will always sound good. Whether the music is fast, slow, quiet or loud, it ALWAYS delivers with an appealing sound. This is something you need to buy.
Lovely.......2006-02-22
This is a beautiful calming cd. The playing is excellent and the pieces are well chosen.
Aesthetically Pleasing.......2005-09-14
I simply love piano music. If you're looking to relax, enjoy a peaceful time, then you must check out this album. If you truly enjoy piano music, this album is by far one of the best you can purchase.
As it says....it is the "Most Relaxing Piano Album in the World...Ever..." Well, I haven't listened to all piano albums in the world, but I don't need to, this one is just perfect for me, and I think you will agree!
I would say the pianists' are extremely accomplished. At times, I would admit-it's a bit 'spine tingling'!
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- Yes
- A decent introduction to the music of Rachmaninoff
- Great Collection of "Hits"
- One of the best CD I own
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ASIN: B000002A1L
Release Date: 1994-08-09 |
Tracks:
- Vocalise, Op. 34, No. 14
- Piano Concerto No. 2 In C Minor, Op. 18: III. Allegro scherzando
- Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini, Op. 43: 18th Variation
- Symphony No. 2 In E Minor, Op. 27: III. Adagio
- Prelude In G Minor, Op. 23, No. 5
- Prelude In G-Sharp Minor, Op. 32, No. 12
- Prelude in C-sharp minor, Op. 3, No. 2
- Cello Sonata In G Minor, Op. 19: II. Allegro scherzando
- Etude-tableau In D Major, Op. 39, No. 9
- Six Pieces, Op. 11: Scherzo
- Six Pieces, Op. 11: Slava
- Symphonic Dances, Op. 45: III. Lento assai
Customer Reviews:
Yes.......2003-04-03
This is a marvelous collection. There were a few pieces I wish that it would include, such as the rest of his Piano Concerto No.2, or perhaps The Rock, but the fact that the performances are generally great and the recording quality is near-perfect makes up for that.
I would recommend this to anyone who is just starting to become interested in the works of Sergei Rachmaninov.
A decent introduction to the music of Rachmaninoff.......2001-08-12
Sergi Rachmaninoff was the last of the great Romantic composers, especially since the Romantic period had ended for European artists when he was at his height. Although a composer and a conductor, Rachmaninoff was also a virtuoso pianist, which explains why his best compositions feature the piano, either in solo work or with an orchestra. His "Prelude in C-Sharp Minor," which he wrote when he was 20, made him famous throughout the world. This collection also includes several other preludes, "Vocalise," and the famous 18th Variation (Andnate cantible) from Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini. My only serious complaint about this collection as an introduction to Rachmaninoff is that it only has one movement from his Second Piano Concerto and I have other CDs that include the entire work, which I thing is a good idea.
Great Collection of "Hits".......2000-06-22
This is actually not a bad collection of Greatest Hits. Usually the problem with collections like these is that they have bad recordings and not very good performances but some of these ones are actually okay, and it features performances by Yo-Yo Ma and Emanuel Ax among others. In general these are the works of art you think of when you think of Rachmaninoff and so these pieces are a perfect representation of his style.
One of the best CD I own.......1999-12-30
This is one of the best I own. The music is so great, hard to explain...so moving, especially the first track. It reminds me of Russia a lot. I listen to it everyday while driving to work. I highly recommend it.
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Release Date: 1996-08-20 |
Tracks:
- Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 1 In B-Flat Minor (Introduction)
- Brahms: Rhapsody In G Minor Op. 79, No. 2
- Mozart: Piano Sonata No. 15 In C (I. Allegro)
- Schubert: Moment Musical No. 2
- Dvorak: Humoresque No. 7
- Debussy: Prelude 'La Fille Aux Cheveux De Lin'
- Grieg: 'Butterfly' From Lyrical Pieces
- Chopin: Etude In C Minor, Op. 10 No. 12 'Revolutionary'
- Scarlatti: Sonata In E
- Debussy: Clair De Lune
- Rubenstein: Melody In F
- Rachmaninoff: Prelude In C-sharp Minor, Op. 3 No. 2
- Paderewski: Menuett
- Chopin: 'Military' Polonaise
- Liszt: Liebestraum
- Chopin: Etude In E, Op. 10 No. 3 'Tristesse'
- Scriabin: Etude, Op. 8 No. 12
- Beethoven: Minuet In G
- Mozart: Sonata No. 11 In A 'Rondo All Turca'
- Debussy: Rrie
- Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody On A Theme By Paganini (Variation No. 18)
- Schumann: From Kinderszenen (1. Von Fremden Landern Und Menschen)
- Mozart: Piano Concerto No. 20 In D Minor (II. Romance)
- Chopin: Waltz In D-flat, Op. 64 No. 1 'Minute Waltz'
- Gershwin: Rhapsody In Blue (Finale)
Customer Reviews:
25 Piano Favorites.......2007-01-09
This is my favorite classical CD since it is geared to a wide audience. Many of my friends and acquaintances enjoy it, too.
Good for the price............2005-11-30
I listen to this CD while reading or when I need inspiration to play the piano. There are many classic pieces here that will have many recognizable sections to the non classical music fans. The sound quality is not amazing but the essence and technical difficulty of these pieces can still be heard. Most of the songs are under 5 mins and there is a mix of faster and slower tempos.
This is a bargain bin CD that you usually see at Fry's Electronics. There are more detailed and comprehensive collections out there but for 5 bucks this isn't bad and you basically get what you expect. There are much better classical CD's out there of course but for a beginner compilation album, this one has a great price.
Wonderful relaxing and soothing music.......2005-09-02
This cd of piano classics has become one of my favorites. Since I am a full-time student and work out of my home the music relaxes me during times of rest.
The Sound Quality Really Bugs Me.......2004-08-26
This is a good intro CD to famous piano pieces. However, the sound quality is really *poor*. Of course, what do you expect for the price? I'm sure there are better Piano Sample CDs out there that sound much better. It's worth the extra money, trust me.
Good Disc for the Price.......2004-01-19
A good compilation of excerpts from the rich and vast piano repertoire. Sure they are merely excerpts and are meant to just introduce the piano to someone unfamiliar with the instrument or classical music, but that doesn't mean that an experienced person can't just pop it into the CD player and enjoy.
While there's no classic recordings here or big names, most of the tracks are well played and acceptable in sound quality. There are some interesting pieces here that are unfamiliar to most, such as the Dvorak Humoresque or the Paderewski Minuet, as well as classics such as the Debussy Clair de Lune or the Mozart Concerto.
The rendition of the Rhapsody in Blue is a nice performance with a well done ending that may even be better than some other CD's made by big named pianists.
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- A Wonderful Gift
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- Remarkable album - poor sound quality
- Rachmaninoff plays Rachmaninoff
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ASIN: B000003FGS
Release Date: 1994-08-16 |
Tracks:
- Concerto No.1, Op.1: Vivace
- Concerto No.1, Op.1: Andante
- Concerto No.1, Op.1: Allegro vivace
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- Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini, Op. 43: Tema: L'istesso tempo
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- Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini, Op. 43: Var III: L'istesso tempo
- Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini, Op. 43: Var IV: Piu vivo
- Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini, Op. 43: Var V: Tempo precedente
- Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini, Op. 43: Var VI: L'istesso tempo
- Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini, Op. 43: Var VII: Meno mosso, a tempo moderato
- Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini, Op. 43: Var VIII: Tempo I
- Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini, Op. 43: Var IX: L'istesso tempo
- Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini, Op. 43: Var X: Poco marcato
- Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini, Op. 43: Var XI: Moderato
- Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini, Op. 43: Var XII: Tempo di minuetto
- Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini, Op. 43: Var XIII: Allegro
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- Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini, Op. 43: Var XVI: Allegretto
- Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini, Op. 43: Var XVII: [Allegretto]
- Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini, Op. 43: Var XVIII: Andante cantabile
- Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini, Op. 43: Var XIX: A tempo vivace
- Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini, Op. 43: Var XX: Un poco piu vivo
- Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini, Op. 43: Var XXI: Un poco piu vivo
- Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini, Op. 43: Var XXII: Un poco piu vivo (Alla breve)
- Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini, Op. 43: Var XXIII: L'istesso tempo
- Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini, Op. 43: Var XXIV: A tempo un poco meno mosso
Tracks:
- Concerto No. 2, Op. 18: Moderato; Allegro
- Concerto No. 2, Op. 18: Adagio sostenuto
- Concerto No. 2, Op. 18: Allegro scherzando
- Concerto No. 3, Op. 30: Allegro ma non tanto
- Concerto No. 3, Op. 30: Intermezzo: Adagio
- Concerto No. 3, Op. 30: Finale: Alla breve
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Unlike most composer/pianists, Rachmaninoff's instrumental prowess was fully commensurate with his creative gifts. He embraces his youthful First Concertos as if he had encountered an old lover, consumating his passion with stupefying fingerwork in the first movement cadenza. Conversely, the composer seems bored in the Third. He laconically dispatches its torrents of notes, opts for the easier ossias in difficult passages, and makes cuts in the first and third movements. And pianists like Arturo Michelangeli and Earl Wild have recorded more incisive, demonic Rach Fourths. No question about the Paganini Rhapsody and Second Concerto, where Rachmaninoff's fierce authority and luscious, molten tone permeate every bar. RCA's transfers, however, could have been better. --Jed Distler
Customer Reviews:
A Wonderful Gift.......2007-07-07
I consider this a true gift in this age to hear the composer and pianist Sergei Rachmaninoff perform his own music as he intended. This CD is a marvelous opportunity for any one who is already a lover of Concertos 2 and 3, or the Variations on a Theme by Paganini. It is a simply a fine introduction to a truly great 20th Century composer.
jack@earthlink.com.......2007-06-27
This is Rachmaninov playing Rachmaninov - the master playing his own works. The audio quality is not what we might expect from modern recordings, but this is not a modern recording. If we ignore the hiss and concentrate on the artistry, we find a wonderful rendering of the Rachmaninov works. There is little opportunity these days to hear the masters play their own works, but this is an exception. Rachmaninov's piano music is extraordinary. If you enjoy classical piano music, this is a "must have".
Great Purchase.......2007-05-13
To hear such a master play his own work is priceless. I bought this for my 17 year old son who is a cellist and classical music fan. He plays it over and over. It is remastered, of course, but it is very high quality sound considering that it was not recorded on modern equipment, and does not sound crackly or difficult to listen to. If you are a fan of Rachmaninoff's work how can you resist getting this CD?
Remarkable album - poor sound quality.......2007-03-28
I agree with reviewers heaping superlatives about Rachmaninoff playing Rachmaninoff. It is truly a rare gem. However, buyers should be aware that the recording quality is marginal and tape hiss nearly unbearable. No blame here - it was probably the best technology of its day. If you are used to modern recordings of concert performances, you will need to set an equalizaton to moderate the high tape noise. A good DSP unit might be able to extricate the music from the noise. In any case, once acclimated to the sound quality, you will adore the underlying performance.
Rachmaninoff plays Rachmaninoff.......2007-02-08
These recordings were all originally issued on 78-rpm discs by RCA Victor. In all of the music, Rachmaninoff was the soloist with the Philadelphia Orchestra in sessions held in the historic Academy of Music, renowned for its acoustics until remodeling in the mid-1950s reportedly changed that (as Eugene Ormandy always complained).
Rachmaninoff and Leopold Stokowski began making an acoustical version of the second piano concerto in 1924, near the end of the acoustical era. Already the Bell Laboratories and Western Electric were perfecting the electric recording process that would be adopted the following year by both Victor and Columbia. For some reason, the acoustical recording was never finished; Victor later issued it (in 1973) in their boxed sets of the complete Rachmaninoff recordings, filling out the gaps with sides from the electrical recording that Rachmaninoff and Stokowski made a few years later.
The recording of the second concerto has always had been something of an enigma because it doesn't have the best sound of that era, when Victor used a single microphone placed either in front of the orchestra or over the conductor's head. For some reason, the recording is a little muddy or distant at times; nevertheless, one can clearly hear the brilliant playing of the composer, as well as the astonishing, very capable accompaniment by the Philadelphia Orchestra. It is clearly one of the best performances of the concerto ever recorded, even if one wishes it were a bit clearer. Perhaps further advances in digital restoration will someday improve the situation. Having heard both the original 78-rpm discs and the 1973 LP version and the first of the CD versions, it is clear that the sound is somewhat disappointing, while the performance is outstanding.
In 1934, soon after the world premiere in Philadelphia, Rachmaninoff and Stokowski again joined forces to record the "Rhapsody on a Theme by Paganini." It's clear from the original discs and the various reissues that RCA Victor had made tremendous strides in its recording techniques. This recording has much improved sound over the second concerto. The performance is astonishing and brilliant at times; Rachmaninoff clearly displays the virtuosity that so amazed listeners who heard him in person. He was clearly much of the vein of Chopin and Liszt, whose music he often performed and recorded.
In 1939-40, when Eugene Ormandy was gradually assuming responsibility for the Philadelphia Orchestra as Stokowski cut back his involvement, Rachmaninoff recorded the first, third, and fourth piano concertos. All of these performances benefited from even greater advances in recording; the quality was generally exceptional, too. Yes, some have said that Vladimir Horowitz's 1930 recording of the third concerto was better (and was even admired by the composer), but there is still something to be said for hearing Rachmaninoff play his own music.
Rachmaninoff in the 1930s and early 1940s was often criticized for being old-fashioned, while older listeners said he was becoming too modern. With the passage of time, we can appreciate his music for its genius and beauty. In these recordings we have a clear glimpse of one of the last great Romantic composers and pianists.
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My Favourite CD.!.......2007-07-24
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A good gift for novice.......2007-05-12
This was a good gift for somebody learning about Classical music in Japan.
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Tear Time.......2007-05-09
Find your loved one, get some tissue and escape into a world of desire and fantasy. All ages will love this music. Tender, soft, and relaxing with the hint of being alive again.
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The Beauty of Rachmaninoff.......2006-11-10
This album contains some of Rachmaninoff's most beautiful and romantic music which should appeal to everyone, even if you're not a classical music fan. The performances are first rate and you may even shed a few tears listening to this very emotional music. These excerpts from some of Rachmaninoff's major works may induce you to want the entire compositions for your collection.
Applause.......2002-03-12
I'll add my applause to these reviews. It's an elegant collection of Rachmaninov pieces. Simply beautiful.
Beautiful.......2001-05-21
If you are a Rachmaninov fan, this CD is a must. Of all the CD's I have of Rachmaninov, this is my favorite. The orchestra's that perform capture the essence of what he composed. It is a beautiful CD guaranteed to please. As the back of the CD states, "Rachmaninov and romance go together like Romeo and Juliet"
Rachmaninoff for Romance.......2000-04-25
I purchased this CD primarily for Trac#2--Rhapsody on a Theme by Paganini-18th Variation. I wasn't disapointed! The whole cd is very relaxing and definitly puts you in the mood. I thought the cd would contain only piano music but there are many well-orchestrated and dramatic tracs.
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