Mussorgsky: Pictures at an Exhibition/Bartok: Concerto for Orchestra

On this CD:

1. Pictures at an Exhibition (Kartinki s vïstavski), for orchestra, orchestrated by Ravel
Composed by Modest Mussorgsky

Conducted by Georg Solti

2. Concerto for Orchestra, for orchestra, Sz. 116, BB 127
Composed by Bela Bartok

Conducted by Georg Solti

Tracks:

Trumpet concerto: Brandenburg Concerto No.2 - Trumpet Concerto
Petrouchka
Pictures at an Exhibition
Leonore Nos. 3&2
Ein Heldenleben
Symphony No.5
Scheherazade
Don Juan
Fetes
Piano Concerto In G
Piano Cto. No. 1
Pines Of Rome
Concerto For Orchestra
Carmen Prelude
Firebird Suite
Parsifal Prelude
La Mer
Symphony No. 2
Symphony No. 3 (Post Horn)
Capriccio Espagnol
American In Paris
Magnificat

Customer Reviews:

Orchestral Trumpet Player's Bible:.......2003-05-08

I carry this recording around with me in my case, and listen to it before auditions, concerts, rehearsals, etc. It's simply how the excerpts (along with trumpet playing in general) should sound. Smith's virtuostic playing, coupled with his vast orchestral experience, really teach the parts. All trumpet players, top to bottom, have something to learn from this CD--and while the entire work (with orchestra) and part should be studied (Smith actually recommends this), it is still very useful to hear one of the finest players on earth performing just the trumpet part.

Essential Recording for Any Trumpet Player.......2001-05-24

If any principal orchestral trumpet player has succeeded Adolph Herseth as the "state of the art," the probable consensus among his peers would be Philip Smith of the New York Philharmonic. His virtually flawless technique, gourgeous sound, rarified musicianship and exceptional leadership make him virtually unique in his field, and his more than 20 years with the Philharmonic (plus his early years with the Chicago Symphony) have firmly established him as one of the greats in the history of orchestral brass performance.

Measured simply as a documentation of his skills, this recording would be an extraordinary document - the playing throughout is stupendous. But this is much more than that; Mr. Smith proves to be as articulate (mild "New Yoahk" accent and all) as he is talented, and his performance suggestions are truly helpful, even for those of us without his superhuman abilities. The recorded sound is superb, and overall this is a joy to listen to at every level. I recommend it without reservation for any trumpet player aspiring to a higher level of musicianship and performance - and if you play it at full volume shortly after your warmup, your neighbors will be very impressed.

Most Excellent.......1999-12-13

As a trumpet player, I must say that Phil Smith's comments during each track are immensely beneficial. His thoughts have produced profound understanding in my trumpet playing, and despite the fact that this CD is intended as a grouping of Phil Smith's insights into common Orchestral Excerpts and his following demonstration, I have countless times listened out of pure enjoyment than to gain expert insight. His tone is the most beautiful I have ever heard, and it shows on this CD. I recommend this particularly for any aspiring trumpet student.

Awesome!.......1999-10-25

The previous reviewer of this CD missed the point of the CD. Lets say your working on the Carmern Prelude or Stravinsky Pétrouchka you buy this CD, and learn how Philip Smith (one of the greatest symphonic trumpet players in the world) would interpret and play it. Thats why its entitled Orchestra Trumpet Excerpts.

Excellent for aspiring trumpet players, otherwise..........1999-05-31

This CD would be excellent for aspiring orchestral trumpeters and soloists; although Philip Smith conveys his expertise exceptionally well, this short snips of music on this CD are no substitute for the actual full-orchestra recordings.

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Jacobs was overrated
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Release Date: 2000-08-15

Tracks:

Buxtehude: Fanfare - Adolph Herseth/Vincent Cichowicz/William Scarlett/Charles Geyer/Dale Clevenger/Jay Friedman...
We Are Enormously Complex
Hn Con No.1 in E flat: 1st Movt: Allegro
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There Must Be A Source Of Vibration
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Sonatine: 1st Movt: Allegro Vivo - Adolph Herseth/Vincent Cichowicz/Richard Oldberg/Frank Crisafulli/Arnold Jacobs
Sonatine: 2nd Movt: Andante Ma Non Troppo - Adolph Herseth/Vincent Cichowicz/Richard Oldberg/Frank Crisafulli/Arnold Jacobs
Sonatine: 3rd Movt: Allegro Vivo - Adolph Herseth/Vincent Cichowicz/Richard Oldberg/Frank Crisafulli/Arnold Jacobs
Sonatine: 4th Movt: Largo; Allegro - Adolph Herseth/Vincent Cichowicz/Richard Oldberg/Frank Crisafulli/Arnold Jacobs
Keeping Music As An Art Form
Breathe To Expand
F Tuba Demonstration With Berlioz
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Sym No.4: 1st Movt (Exc) - Chicago SO/Jean Martinon
Sym No.4: 1st Movt (Exc) - Chicago SO/Daniel Barenboim
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Pictures At An Exhibition: The Great Gate Of Kiev (Exc) - Chicago SO/Fritz Reiner

Customer Reviews:

Jacobs was overrated.......2005-09-28

Arnold Jacobs was a brilliant man who could have succeeded in practically any profession. He was also a fine musical pedagogue, judging from his verbal insights on this CD with respect to the human body as a musical instrument. Yet, I am amazed that he rose to the rank of tubist in a world-class orchestra such as the Chicago Symphony. Frankly, I found his tone quality uninspiring, although he had fine techinque. I have heard at least half a dozen tubists whose tone is far more pleasing musically. Among the bassmen/women of the world, Jacobs has become a semi-divine entity. I believe that he has been somewhat overrated as a result. I felt that his verbal commentaries were highly educational; I was disappointed by his playing overall.

The Great Arnold Jacobs Captured on C.D........2005-04-02

This is a prolific set of audio that captures the historical sound of Arnold Jacobs' playing and teaching. I bought this C.D. because I wanted to explore the limits and capabilities of a tuba player so that I could see if playing music on the tuba was for me. This C.D. banished any doubt that I had about the ability of a tuba player to achieve at the utmost musical level. I have never meet Mr. Jacobs in real life, but this C.D. made me feel as if I was in a master class or recital hall listening to him myself. I would recommend this C.D. to anyone who loves music. As Arnold Jacbos said " It's not about the tuba, it's about music".

arnold jacobs.......2001-05-16

This cd tries to capture arnold jacobs: a prolific teacher, player and above all a great man. while listening, you'll discover the ideals, the methods and ideas that made arnold jacobs the best tuba player that there'll probably ever be. The more complex issues and artistry of brass playing are explained in simple words and sayings. a great deal of jacobs' lectures is also given, and you can also see the importance of understanding the functioning of other body units that help us trough our playing (the brain). a great disc, highly recommended, not only for tuba players, but for all brass players.

inspiring technician musician artist.......2000-09-01

Cannot agree more,this is a wonderful exposition of Jacobs the teacher,for he had developed working concepts any wind player could adopt.His studio in the Fine Arts Building in Chicago was like a mecca for all wind players coming to Jacobs to resolve some deep-rooted performing problem. As he says( my paraphrasing) " they get tied up in knots,worrying about all the motions of the lip. . .you can't think about all those motions for they are thousands of motions from the brain to engage in performing a brass instrument "

As a brass player myself,(trombone & tuba) I have always sensed we have little repertoire to play of any interest,but Jacobs in a lecture here reveals this problem and one way to solve it, is to consciously search for things to play,like an aria from Puccini,or a particular non-tuba passage,to duplicate it,a piano or violin solo. What this approach implies is then for the brass player to develop skills as a consummate musician/ virtuoso,for you are forever challenged then to expand your repertoire endlessly,as much as the instrument or your technique will allow. I now find myself playing Chopin Preludes(Eb-minor,B-minor melodies only) on the trombone,and contrabass orchestral excerpts or trumpet etudes on the tuba,and Jacobs encourages tuba players to learn to read treble clef to be able to read any melody.

There are wonderful examples here from all genres in music from solo etudes in his studio to Berlioz and Wagner excerpts, solo and within the context of the orchestra. It all reveals the seemless consistent sound Jacobs was able to summon from his York tuba. Every attach was uniform,every tone even and pure,at least that is what he heard in his ear. That's another Jacobs credo,you have to have the sound in your head,what do you want your listener to hear. You command that.

The Bozza Sonatine(brass quintet) is also a wonderful performance of great brass music,great use of colours and entrances,breaking down the quintet into smaller duets and trios.This all with Chicago Symphony players makes it all the more interesting,a vintage performance from 1966.I recall those days where solo brass was considered an oddity,and unaccompanied solos even more so.

Jacob's sound should remain in your mind's hearing to duplicate it. Eugene Pokorny (Jacob's Chicago Symphony successor) also provides insightful interesting notes here.

Arnold Jacobs - Icon of education and performance.......2000-08-23

Amazing! For the students who studied directly with Arnold Jacobs, "Protrait of an Artist" will take you back to his studio, sitting right next to him. This excellent collection of lectures (lessons) and demonstrations are a fantastic embodiment of Arnold Jacobs' concepts and teachings. It is certainly a must for any music performer or educator. From the samples of CSO performances at the end of this CD to the practice tapes, the music on this CD is truely inspirational.

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Song Without Words, Op.102, No.5 - Peter Nagy
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Scherzo - Jeno Jando
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Orchestral Excerpts for Bass Trombone, Tenore Tuba, Bass Trumpet

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Tracks:

Bass Trbn: Sarabande in c - Jeffrey Reynolds/Los Angeles Phil
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Bass Trbn: Sym No.7/Sym in d - Jeffrey Reynolds/Los Angeles Phil
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Customer Reviews:

Good, but not the best methods for bass trombonists.......2007-07-05

After listening to the excerpts, I recognized Jeffrey Reynolds' perspective. He is an experienced player, but some of his advice is not as practical as it seems. For the Franck excerpt, common orchestral practice is to play the f-sharp as written: it is an applicable range study and should be kept intact. The Schumann excerpt is not played as written also, and should be taken literally in the context that it was written. Mr. Reynolds' approach to Wagner is interesting, especially to Die Walkure. It's not for everyone, but it may be beneficial to some. The Kodaly is well presented, as well as the Mahler, Berg, and Strauss excerpts. All things considered, it is a decent aide for study, but should not be seen as a "this is how it must be done" collection of excerpts.

Mulcahy Rocks, Reynolds is Hilarious!.......2006-10-26

Okay, for anyone seriously interested in what NOT to do in an audition, make sure to listen to Reynolds on this disc. There's a reason this CD is infamous, and he's the reason. Even his advice is pretty awful. Take part of the D Major down an octave because the commitee won't notice? Hah! That kills me every time.

Mulcahy rocks on this, though. Just listen to the VAlhalla theme and tell me he's not a monster.

Then, go back and listen to Reynolds play Ein Heldenleben with 'oblique intonation' and 'questionable sound' and roll on the floor for a while.

Very Helpful.......2006-05-27

This CD was very helpful for me, a student bass trombonist. The CD enables you to not only hear the exerpt, but also listen to what the performer says about it and how it should be played. Mr. Reynolds, as well as Mr. Mulcahy played the exerpts beautifully.

A perfecrt resource...almost!.......2000-08-02

The Orchestra Pro series are a very useful tool to student musicians trying to get a grasp on how the major symphonic excerpts should be played. More useful, however is the spoken commentary, which resembles a one on one lesson with the performer. The bass trumpet and tenor tuba excerpts are played beautifully by Mulcahy. The bass trombone playing or Reynolds often leaves the listener wondering if he could not have done a slightly better job on some of the excerpts. All in all this CD is a great resource for those trying to get their foot in the door of the orchestral music scene.

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Through the Looking Glass
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Gene Pokorny=Pimp
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tubadude.......2004-12-29

AMAZING
i did not purchase this from amazon, but rather on a recent trip to new york city, to see the new york philharmonic, after which i got
inspired to be better and then saw this cd, and bought it.
Wow, this is worth every cent! hearing how it "should" sound is immensely helpfull, and the advice with each track is outstanding.
A must-have for anyone considering a serious career in tuba!

Gene Pokorny=Pimp.......2000-03-31

This man is an awesome musician. The spoken commentary is a bit bland, but still informative. Plus he totally tears these excerpts apart and it is fun to try to play along.

A must for the serious orchestral tuba player!!!.......1999-01-10

Mr. Pokorny has created a superior CD of orchestral tuba parts. His spoken comments are insightful and his playing is top notch. As a prospective orchestral tuba player, I have found this CD extremely helpful in my preparation for orchestral auditions. This is a must for the serious tuba player!!!

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ude en G Sharp Minor Op. 25 No. 6
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A Good Introduction to Opera.......2002-01-09

For those persons looking for an introduction to Opera this compilation is an excellent beginning. The recording quality is pretty good overall, and the performances are both interesting and satisfying.

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English Suite No.3 In G Minor, BWV 808: 5. Gavotte I - Gavotte II ou la Musette
English Suite No.3 In G Minor, BWV 808: 6. Gigue
Concerto for Piano and Orchestra in D Minor, BWV 1052: 1 : Allegro
Concerto for Piano and Orchestra in D Minor, BWV 1052: 2 : Adagio
Concerto for Piano and Orchestra in D Minor, BWV 1052: 3 : Allegro
Concerto For Two Pianos And Orchestra In C Major, BWV 1061: 1 : Allegro
Concerto For Two Pianos And Orchestra In C Major, BWV 1061: 2 : Adagio ouvero Largo
Concerto For Two Pianos And Orchestra In C Major, BWV 1061: 3 : Fuga

Tracks:

Piano Sonata No.8 in C Minor, Op. 13 'Pathetique': 1. Grave - Allegro di molto e con brio
Piano Sonata No.8 in C Minor, Op. 13 'Pathetique': 2. Adagio cantabile
Piano Sonata No.8 in C Minor, Op. 13 'Pathetique': 3. Rondo. Allegro
8 Bagatelles: In F Major,Op.33 No.3 (Allegro)
8 Bagatelles: In C Major,Op.33 No.5 (Allegro ma non troppo)
8 Bagatelles: In C Major,Op.119 No.2 (Andante con moto)
8 Bagatelles: In C Major,Op.119 No.7 (Allegro,ma non troppo)
8 Bagatelles: In A Minor,Op.119 No.9 (Vivace moderato)
8 Bagatelles: In G Major,Op.126 No.1 (Andante con moto catabile e compiacevole)
8 Bagatelles: In B Minor,Op.126 No.4 (Presto)
8 Bagatelles: In E-flat Major,Op.126 No.6 (Presto - Andante amabile e con moto)
Piano Sonata No.23 in F Minor, Op. 57 'Appassionata': 1. Allegro assai
Piano Sonata No.23 in F Minor, Op. 57 'Appassionata': 2. Andante con moto
Piano Sonata No.23 in F Minor, Op. 57 'Appassionata': 3. Allegro ma non troppo - Presto
Adagio
Fantasy for Piano, Chorus and Orchestra in C Minor,Op.80: Finale. Allegro
Fantasy for Piano, Chorus and Orchestra in C Minor,Op.80: Allegretto ma non troppo, quasi Andante con moto

Tracks:

Piano Sonata No.16 A minor, Op. 42, D.845: 1.Moderato - Franz Schubert
Piano Sonata No.16 A minor, Op. 42, D.845: 2. Andante poco mosso - Franz Schubert
Piano Sonata No.16 A minor, Op. 42, D.845: 3. Scerzo. Allegro vivace - Trio. Un poco piu lento - Franz Schubert
Piano Sonata No.16 A minor, Op. 42, D.845: 3. Rondo. Allegro vivace - Franz Schubert
Piano Sonata No.17 D major, Op. 53, D.850: 1. Allegro vivace - Franz Schubert
Piano Sonata No.17 D major, Op. 53, D.850: 2. Con moto - Franz Schubert
Piano Sonata No.17 D major, Op. 53, D.850: 3. Scherzo. Allegro vivace - Franz Schubert
Piano Sonata No.17 D major, Op. 53, D.850: 4. Rondo. Allegro moderato - Franz Schubert

Tracks:

Fantasiestucke, Op. 12: No.1 Des Abends - Robert Schumann
Fantasiestucke, Op. 12: No.2 Aufschwung - Robert Schumann
Fantasiestucke, Op. 12: No.3 Warum? - Robert Schumann
Fantasiestucke, Op. 12: No.5 In der Nacht - Robert Schumann
Fantasiestucke, Op. 12: No.7 Traumes Wirren - Robert Schumann
Fantasiestucke, Op. 12: No.8 Ende vom Lied - Robert Schumann
Humorekse in B - flat Major, Op. 20: Einfach - Sehr rasch und leicht - Wie im Anfang - Robert Schumann
Humorekse in B - flat Major, Op. 20: Hastig - Nach und nach immer lebhafter und starker - Adagio - Robert Schumann
Humorekse in B - flat Major, Op. 20: Einfach und zart - Intermezzo - Innig - Robert Schumann
Humorekse in B - flat Major, Op. 20: Sehr lebhaft - Mit einigem Pomp - Zum Beschlub - Robert Schumann
Novelletten, Op.21: No.1 in F Major - Robert Schumann
Novelletten, Op.21: No.2 in D Major - Robert Schumann
Novelletten, Op.21: No.8 in F-sharp Minor - Robert Schumann

Tracks:

Moments Musicaux, Op. 94, D 780: No.1 in C Major - Various Artists
Moments Musicaux, Op. 94, D 780: No.2 in F Minor - Various Artists
Moments Musicaux, Op. 94, D 780: No.6 in A - flat Minor - Various Artists
Impromptu in A-flat Major, Op. 142 D 935 No.2 - Various Artists
Etude in E Major, Op. 10 No.3 - Various Artists
Etude in E Minor, Op.25 No.5 - Various Artists
Polonaise No.1 in C-sharp Minor, Op.26 No.1 - Various Artists
Prelude, Choral et Fugue - Various Artists
15 Hungarian Peasant Songs, Sz. 71: No.1 Rubato - Various Artists
15 Hungarian Peasant Songs, Sz. 71: No.2 Andante - Various Artists
15 Hungarian Peasant Songs, Sz. 71: No.3 Poco rubato - Various Artists
15 Hungarian Peasant Songs, Sz. 71: No.4 Andante - Various Artists
15 Hungarian Peasant Songs, Sz. 71: No.5 Allegro - Various Artists
15 Hungarian Peasant Songs, Sz. 71: No.6 Andante - Various Artists
15 Hungarian Peasant Songs, Sz. 71: No.7 Allegro - Various Artists
15 Hungarian Peasant Songs, Sz. 71: No.8 Allegretto - Various Artists
15 Hungarian Peasant Songs, Sz. 71: No.9 Allegretto - Various Artists
15 Hungarian Peasant Songs, Sz. 71: No.10 L'istesso tempo - Various Artists
15 Hungarian Peasant Songs, Sz. 71: No.11 Asai moderato - Various Artists
15 Hungarian Peasant Songs, Sz. 71: No.12 Allegretto - Various Artists
15 Hungarian Peasant Songs, Sz. 71: No.13 Poco piu vivo - Various Artists
15 Hungarian Peasant Songs, Sz. 71: No.14 Allegro - Various Artists
15 Hungarian Peasant Songs, Sz. 71: No.15 Allegro - Various Artists

Tracks:

Piano Concerto No. 2 In F Minor, Op. 21: 1. Maestoso
Piano Concerto No. 2 In F Minor, Op. 21: 2. Larghetto
Piano Concerto No. 2 In F Minor, Op. 21: 3. Allegro vivace
Piano Concerto No. 5 in F Major, Op. 103: 1. Allegro animato
Piano Concerto No. 5 in F Major, Op. 103: 2. Andante
Piano Concerto No. 5 in F Major, Op. 103: 3. Molto Allegro
Les Djinns

Tracks:

Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 1 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 1: 1. Vivace
Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 1 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 1: 2. Andante
Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 1 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 1: 3. Allegro vivace
Rachmaninov : Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op 18: 1. Moderato
Rachmaninov : Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op 18: 2. Adagio sostenuto
Rachmaninov : Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op 18: 3. Allegro scherando

Tracks:

Rimsky-Korsakov: Piano Concerto in C-sharp Minor, Op 30.: Moderato
Rimsky-Korsakov: Piano Concerto in C-sharp Minor, Op 30.: Allegretto quasi polacca
Rimsky-Korsakov: Piano Concerto in C-sharp Minor, Op 30.: Allegro
Glazunov Piano Concerto No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 92: 1. Allegro moderato - 2. Thema con variazioni
Glazunov Piano Concerto No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 92: Andantino tranquillo
Glazunov Piano Concerto No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 92: Variation I
Glazunov Piano Concerto No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 92: Variation II - Chromatica. Andantino
Glazunov Piano Concerto No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 92: Variation III - Erocia - Allegro moderato
Glazunov Piano Concerto No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 92: Variation IV - Lyrica - Adagio
Glazunov Piano Concerto No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 92: Variation V - Intermezzo - Allegro
Glazunov Piano Concerto No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 92: Variation VI - Quasi una fantasia - Lento
Glazunov Piano Concerto No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 92: Varaition VII - Mazurka - Allegretto
Glazunov Piano Concerto No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 92: Variation VIII - Scherzo - Allegro ma non troppo
Glazunov Piano Concerto No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 92: Variation IX - Finale - Allegro moderato
Prokofiev: Piano Concerto No. 1 in D-flat Major, Op 10: Allegro brioso
Prokofiev: Piano Concerto No. 1 in D-flat Major, Op 10: Andante assai
Prokofiev: Piano Concerto No. 1 in D-flat Major, Op 10: Allegro scherzando

Tracks:

Tchaikovsky (1-4)Grand Sonata for Piano in G Major, Op. 37: 1. Moderato e risoluto
Tchaikovsky (1-4)Grand Sonata for Piano in G Major, Op. 37: 2. Andante non troppo quasi moderato
Tchaikovsky (1-4)Grand Sonata for Piano in G Major, Op. 37: 3. Scherzo. Allegro giocoso
Tchaikovsky (1-4)Grand Sonata for Piano in G Major, Op. 37: 4. Finale. Allegro vivace
Musorgsky (5-20) Pictures at an Exhibition: Promenade
Musorgsky (5-20) Pictures at an Exhibition: 1. Gnomus
Musorgsky (5-20) Pictures at an Exhibition: Promenade
Musorgsky (5-20) Pictures at an Exhibition: 2. The Old Castle
Musorgsky (5-20) Pictures at an Exhibition: Promenade
Musorgsky (5-20) Pictures at an Exhibition: 3. Tuileries
Musorgsky (5-20) Pictures at an Exhibition: 4. Bydlo
Musorgsky (5-20) Pictures at an Exhibition: Promenade
Musorgsky (5-20) Pictures at an Exhibition: 5. Ballet of the Chickens in their Shells
Musorgsky (5-20) Pictures at an Exhibition: 6. Samuel Goldenberg and Schmuyle
Musorgsky (5-20) Pictures at an Exhibition: Promenade
Musorgsky (5-20) Pictures at an Exhibition: 7. The Market-place at Limoges
Musorgsky (5-20) Pictures at an Exhibition: 8. Catacombae. Sepulchrum Romanum
Musorgsky (5-20) Pictures at an Exhibition: Cum mortuis in lingua mortua
Musorgsky (5-20) Pictures at an Exhibition: 9. The Hut on Fowl's Legs (Baba Yaga)
Musorgsky (5-20) Pictures at an Exhibition: 10. The Great Gate at Kiev

Tracks:

Scriabin: 12 Etudes from Opus 2, 8, 42 & 65 Piano Sonata No.6: In C-sharp in Minor, Op. 2 No. 1 (Andante)
Scriabin: 12 Etudes from Opus 2, 8, 42 & 65 Piano Sonata No.6: In E Major, Op. 8 No. 5 (Brioso)
Scriabin: 12 Etudes from Opus 2, 8, 42 & 65 Piano Sonata No.6: In F-sharp Minor, Op. 42 No. 2
Scriabin: 12 Etudes from Opus 2, 8, 42 & 65 Piano Sonata No.6: In F-sharp Major, Op. 42 No. 3 (Prestissimo)
Scriabin: 12 Etudes from Opus 2, 8, 42 & 65 Piano Sonata No.6: In F-sharp Major, Op. 42 No.4 (Andante)
Scriabin: 12 Etudes from Opus 2, 8, 42 & 65 Piano Sonata No.6: In C-sharp Minor, Op. 42 No.5 (Affanato)
Scriabin: 12 Etudes from Opus 2, 8, 42 & 65 Piano Sonata No.6: In D-flat Major, Op. 42 No.6 (Esaltato)
Scriabin: 12 Etudes from Opus 2, 8, 42 & 65 Piano Sonata No.6: In B-flat Minor, Op. 8 No. 11 (Adanate canatible)
Scriabin: 12 Etudes from Opus 2, 8, 42 & 65 Piano Sonata No.6: In E-flat Major, Op. 42 No.8 (Allegro)
Scriabin: 12 Etudes from Opus 2, 8, 42 & 65 Piano Sonata No.6: Allegro fantastico, Op. 65 No. 1
Scriabin: 12 Etudes from Opus 2, 8, 42 & 65 Piano Sonata No.6: Allegretto, Op. 65 No. 2
Scriabin: 12 Etudes from Opus 2, 8, 42 & 65 Piano Sonata No.6: Molto vivace, Op. 65 No.3
Scriabin: 12 Etudes from Opus 2, 8, 42 & 65 Piano Sonata No.6: Vivace
Myaskovsky: Piano Sonata No. 3: Con desiderio, improvisato - Moderato come primo, stenato, ma sempre agitato - Molto meno mosso, con languidezza
Prokofiev: Piano Sonata No. 7 in B-flat Major, Op. 83: 1. Allegro inquieto
Prokofiev: Piano Sonata No. 7 in B-flat Major, Op. 83: 2. Andante caloroso
Prokofiev: Piano Sonata No. 7 in B-flat Major, Op. 83: 3. Precipitato

Amazon.com

BMG's Melodiya project has gathered together many of Sviatoslav Richter's best Soviet recordings here. Among highlights are the live Beethoven Appassionata Sonata, the live Alexander Scriabin performances, the exquisite Schubert Sonatas, the wonderfully idiomatic Chopin Second Concerto, and such rarities as Franck's Les Djinns and a previously unpublished Miaskovsky Sonata. There are superior Western remakes and live performances of some of these studio recordings, so some pianophiles might want to pick and choose among the separately available discs. But as a boxed treasury of great piano playing this set ranks as a memorable bargain. --Leslie Gerber

Customer Reviews:

Buy this set.......2000-08-28

This box set is amazing. Richter's performance of Rachmaninov's 2nd concerto is even better than on the famed Deutsche Grammophon recording. Beethoven's 'Pathetique' is equally astounding, and the 'Apassionata' is--by his own admission--Richter's best performance of the piece. The rest of the set--from Bach to Prokofiev--showcases the breadth of Richter's talent. I recommend this to all; it is a bargain at any price.

A Must-Have for Fans of Richter and of Great Pianists.......1999-12-10

This set contains recordings of Bach, Bartok, Beethoven (including Pathetique and Appassionata), Chopin, Franck, Glazunov, Mussogsky, Myakovsky, Prokofiev, Rachmaninov, Rimsky-Korsakov, Saint-Saens, Schubert, Schumann, Scriabin, and Tchaikovsky. The recordings were made from 1952- 1995 by Melodiya. Although the sonic quality of the older recordings is obviously not up to today's standards, the musicality is still there. Notes include some insight into Richter's background, training, and relationship with each composer's music.

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