Rachmaninov: 24 Preludes [Import]

Track Listings

1. Prelude In C Sharp Minor, Op. 3 No. 2 / Ut Diese Mineur Cis-Moll

2. No.1 In F Sharp Minor / Fa Diese Mineur Fis - Moll

3. No.2 In B Flat Major Si Bemol Majeur B B-Dur

4. No. 3 In D Minor Re Mineur D - Moll

5. No. 4 In D Major Re Majeur D -Dur

6. No.5 In G Minor Sol Mineur G - Moll

7. No. 6 In E Flat Major Mi Bemol Majeur Es-Dur

8. No. 7 In C Minor Ut Mineur C Moll

9. No. 8 In A Flat Major La Bemol Majeur As-Dur

10. No. 9 In E Flat Minor Mi Bemol Mineur Es-Moll

11. No. 10 In G Flat Major Sol Bemol Majeur Ges-Dur

12. No. 1 In C Majorut Majeur C - Dur

13. No. 2 In B Flat Minor Si Bemol Mineur B B- Moll

14. No. 3 In E Major Mi Majeur E-Dur

15. No. 4 In E Minor Mi Mineur E-Moll

16. No. 5 In G Major Sol Majeur G-Dur

17. No. 6 In Minor Fa Mineur F - Moll

18. No. 7 In F Major Fa Majeur F-Dur

19. No. 8 In A Minor La Mineur A-Moll

20. No. 9 In A Major La Majeur A-Dur

See all 24 tracks on this disc

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Music can be both calming and relaxing, or invigorating and passionate...this phenomenal 20-CD set is definitely the latter. This amazing collection brings together for the first time the most passionate music of all time, from Ravel's Bolero, Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake, Wagner's Magic Fire Music to Ravel's La Valse, Orff 's Carmina Burana and Stravinsky's Rite of Spring. This is a must have collection for every passionate music lover.

Customer Reviews:

A good gift for novice.......2007-05-12

This was a good gift for somebody learning about Classical music in Japan.

Classical Masterpieces of the Millennium [20 CD Set]

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Mill. Classical review
classical music for the unitiated
Some little gems there that I had forgotten!
A very helpful collection
Excellent!

Classical Masterpieces of the Millennium [20 CD Set]

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ASIN: B00000K1C9
Release Date: 1999-08-24

Tracks:

Brandenbutg Concerto No.3 In G First Movement
Overture No.3 In D Second Movement
Violin Concerto In E First Movement
Prelude In C minor
Jesu Bleibet Meine Freude (Chorus From Cantata No.147)
Overture No.2 In B minor Minuet And Badinerie
Oboe Concerto In D minor Second Movement
Brandenburg Concerto No.4 In G Third Movement
Musical Offering - Fuga canonica
Easter Oratorio - Overture
Minuet In D minor
Kommst Du Nun, Jesu, Vom Himmel herunter(From Choral Prelude BWV 650
Brandenburg Concerto No.1 In F Second Movement
Art Of The Fugue - Contrapunctus 9
Concerto For Flute, Violin, Harpsichord And Strings. Triple Concerto - Third Movement
Overture No.4 In D - Réjouissance
Concerto No. 1 in E: Spring
Concerto No. 1 in E: Spring
Concerto No. 1 in E: Spring
Concerto No. 2 in G minor: Summer
Concerto No. 2 in G minor: Summer
Concerto No. 2 in G minor: Summer
Concerto No. 3 in F: Autumn
Concerto No. 3 in F: Autumn
Concerto No. 3 in F: Autumn
Concerto No. 4 in F minor: Winter
Concerto No. 4 in F minor: Winter
Concerto No. 4 in F minor: Winter
Concerto for Flute, Strings & Basso Continuo in G minor, Op. 10, no.2
Concerto for Flute, Strings & Basso Continuo in G minor, Op. 10, no.2
Concerto for Flute, Strings & Basso Continuo in G minor, Op. 10, no.2
Concerto for Flute, Strings & Basso Continuo in G minor, Op. 10, no.2
Concerto for Flute, Strings & Basso Continuo in G minor, Op. 10, no.2
Concerto for Flute, Strings & Basso Continuo in G minor, Op. 10, no.2
Concerto Grosso in A minor, Op. 3, no. 8
Concerto Grosso in A minor, Op. 3, no. 8
Concerto Grosso in A minor, Op. 3, no. 8
Water Music - Alla Hornpipe
Xerxes - Ombra Mai Fu (Largo)
Messiah - And The Glory Of The Lord
Concerto Grosso In A Minor, Op. 6, No. 4 - Larghetto Affettuoso
Organ Concerto In F, Op. 4, No. 4 Allegro
Water Music - Air
Messiah - For Unto Us A Child Is Born
Concerto Grosso In B flat, Op. 3, No. 2 - Largo
Salomon - Sinfonia, Act 3
The Choice Of Hercules - While For Thy Arms
Water Music - Allegro (Suite No. 1)
Suite No. 5 In E - Air With Variations
Jephtha - How Dark, O Lord
Organ Concerto In F, Op. 4, No. 5 Alla Siciliana - Presto
Mi Palpita Il Cor (Solo Cantata) S'un Di M'adora
Water Music - Andante Allegro Da Capo
Concerto for Trumpet & Orchestra in E-flat: First Movement
Symphony No. 94 in G: Surprise Symphony-second movement
Concerto for Violin No. 2 in D: Third Movement
Flute Trio No. 31 in G: Second Movement
Symphony No. 31 in D: Hornsignal-First Movement
String Quartet No. 17 in F, Op. 3, no. 5: Serenade Quartet-Second Movement
Sinfonia Concertante in B-flat for Violin, Cello, Oboe, Bassoon and Orchestra-Third Movement
Concerto for 2 Horns & Orchestra in E-flat: Second Movement
Symphony No. 88 in G: Fourth Movement
String Quartet No. 77 in C: Kaiser Quartet-Poco adagio cantabile
Notturno No. 1 in C: Second Movement
Symphony No. 98 in B: Londoner No. 4-Fourth Movement
Eine Kleine Nachtmusik - first movement
Piano Concerto in A - second movement
Flute Concerto in D - Rondeau
Serenade - Minuet
Violin Concerto - first movement
Symphony No. 40 in G minor - first movement
Clarinet Concerto - second movement
Turkish March
Divertimento - Minuet
Horn Concerto No. 3 in E-flat - first movement
Symphony No. 5 in C minor, Op. 67-First Movement
Piano Sonata No. 14 in C sharp minor, Op. 27, no. 2: Moonlight Sonata-First Movement
Overture
O welche Lust (Prisoners' Chorus)
Ha, welch ein Augenblick (Pizarros's Aria)
Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 3 in C minor, Op. 37: Second Movement
Concerto for Violin and Orchestra in D, Op. 61: Third Movement
Piano Sonata No. 8 in C minor, Op. 13: Pathétique-Second Movement
Sympony No. 6 in F, Op. 68: Pastorale-First Movement
Fantasy for Piano, Chorus and Orchestra in C minor, Op. 80: Choral Fantasy - Finale
German Dance No. 1 In C
Impromptu Op. 90, No. 3 In G-Flat
Heidenroslein
Ave Maria
Der Lindenbaum
Quintet In A 'Trout Quintet' - Andante
Mass No. 6 In E-Flat - Kyrie
Die Schone Mullerin Des Mullers Blumen
German Dance No. 2 In G
Piano Sonata In B-Flat
Nachtgesang Im Walde
Winterreise - No. 15: Die Krahe
German Mass - Zum Sanctus (Heilit, Heilig Ist Der Herr)
Symphony No. 8 In B Minor 'Unfinished' - Second Movement
Waltz No. 1 in E-flat, Op. 18 Grande Valse brillante
Nocturne in E-flat, Op. 9, no. 2
Etude in G-flat, Op. 10, no. 5
Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 2 in F minor, Op. 21-Second Movement
Mazurka in D minor, Op. 33, no. 2
Prelude in D-flat, Op. 28, no. 15 Raindrop
Etude in C, Op. 10, no. 1
Nocturne in D-flat, Op. 27, no. 2
Impromptu No. 4 in C-sharp minor, Op. 66 Fantasy Impromptu
Scherzo in B minor, Op. 20
Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-flat minor, Op. 35-Third Movement
Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 1 in E minor, Op. 11 - Third Movement
Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-flat minor - first movement 113.String Seranade - Waltz
Violin Concerto - second movement
The Sleeping Beauty - Waltz
Capriccio Italien, Op. 45
Swan Lake - Waltz
Eugene Onegin - Polonaise
The Nutcracker - Waltz of the Flowers
Orchestral Suite No. 4 - Mozartiana - Third Movement
Swan Lake - Dance of the Swans
Symphony No. 6 in B minor - Pathétique - Third Movement
Hungarian Dance No.5
Lullaby
Symphony No.1 in C minor, Op. 68 - Third Movement
Intermezzo in E-flat, Op.117, no. 1
Concerto for Violin and Orchestra in D, Op. 77 - Third Movement
Waltz, Op. 39, no. 15
Concert for Piano and Orchestra No. 2 in B-flat, Op. 83 - Second Movement
String Quintet in G, Op. 111 - Second Movement
Symphony No.4 in E minor, Op. 98 - Third Movement
Intermezzo in A minor, Op. 76, no. 7
Hungarian Dance No.1 in G minor
German Requiem Selig sind die Toten (Final Chorus)
Die Fledermaus - Overture
Kaiser Waltz, Op.437
Thunder And Lightning Polka, Op. 324
Roses From The South Waltz, Op. 388
AnnenPolka, Op. 117
Vienna Blood Waltz, Op. 354
Eljen A Magyar Polka, Op. 332
Wine, Women and Song Waltz, Op. 333
On The Beautiful Blue Danube Waltz, Op. 134
Die Meistersinger Von Nurnberg - Overture
Tannhauser - Die Pilger sind's (Pilgims' Chorus)
Tannhauser - O du mein holder Abendstern (Wolfram's Aria)
Lohengrin - Act 3 Prelude and Bridal Chorus
The Flying Dutchman - Jo-ho-he Traft ihr das Schiff (Senta's Ballad)
The Flying Dutchman - Steuermann, lass die Wacht (Sailors' Chorus)
Die Walkure - Wintersturme wichen dem Wonnemond (Siegmund's Aria)
Die Walkure - Ride of the Valkyries
Siegfried Hoho! Hoho! Hohei! Schmiede mein Hammer (Siegfried's Forging Song)
Tristan und Isolde - Liebestod
Thus sprach Zarathustra, Op. 30 (excerpt)
Don Juan, Op. 20
Eine Alpensinfonie, Op. 64, I.Nacht
Don Quixote, Op.35, first movement: Introduction
Salome, Op. 54, Dance Of The Seven Veils
Der Rosenkavalier, Op. 59, Finale: Hab' mir's gelobt ihn lieb zu haben
Piano Concerto 2 In C minor, Op. 18 - First Movement
Vocalise, Op.34, No. 14
Prelude In G Sharp minor, Op. 32, No. 12
Piano Concerto No. 4 In G minor, Op. 40 - Third Movement
Symphony No. 2 In E minor, Op. 27 - Third Movement
Piano Concerto No. 1 In F sharp minor, Op. 1 - Second Movement
Rhapsody, Op. 43 On A Theme By Paganini
Hungarian Rhapsody No.2
Liebestraum No.3 in A-flat
Piano Concerto No.1 in E-flat - third movement
Angelus
Mephisto Waltz No.1 (Dance in a Village Tavern)
Prelude and Fugue on B-A-C-H
Dante Symphony - Finale. - Purgatorio - Magnificat
Les Préludes
Boléro
Daphnis et Chloé first movement: Nocturne
Rhapsodie Espagnole
Shéhérazade - first movement: Asie
Ma Mère l'Oye - fourth movement: La Belle et la Bête
Introduction and Allegro for Harp, Flute, Clarinet, and String Quartet
La Valse
Slavic Dance No. 1 in C, Op. 46, no.1
Symphony No. 9 in E minor, Op. 95 'From the New World' - second movement
Humoresque, Op. 101
Slavic Dance No. 8 in G minor, Op. 46, no. 8
Serenade for String Orchestra, Op. 22 - second movement
Romance for Violin and Orchestra In F minor, Op. 11
Symphony No. 7 in D minor - third movement
Melodie (Songs My Mother Taught Me)
Carneval Overture, Op. 92
Concerto for Cello and Orchestra in B minor, Op. 104 - third movement
Symphony No.4 In A, Op. 90. Italian - First Movement
Frühlingslied In A, Op. 62, No. 6
Wedding March (From A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op.61)
Duetto In F, Op.30, No.6 (From Songs Without Words)
String Symphony No.9 In C. Schweitzer Symphony - Third Movement
Concerto For Violin, Piano And String Orchestra No. 1 In D minor - Second Movement
Symphony No.3 In A minor, Op.56 Scottish - Third Movement"
Notturno (From A Midsumment Night's Dream, Op. 61)
Rondo Capriccioso, Op.14
String Symphony No. 12 In G minor - First Movement
Venetian Gondola Song In F Sharp minor, Op.30, No.6
Scherzo (From A Midsumment Night's Dream, Op. 61)
Violin Concerto In E minor, Op.64 - Third Movement
Peer Gynt - Suite No. 1, Op. 46 - Morgenstimmung
Holberg Suite, Op. 40 - I. Prelude. Allegro vivace
Holberg Suite, Op. 40 - IV. Air. Andante religioso
Arietta, Op. 12, no. 1
Homage March from Sigurd Jorsalfar, Op. 56
Peer Gynt - Suite No. 2, Op. 55 - Solveig's Song
Wedding Day at Troldhauen, Op. 65, no. 6
The Last Spring, Op. 34, no. 2
Peer Gynt - Suite No. 1, Op 46 - Anitra's Dance
Nordic Melody Op. 63
Notturno, Op. 54, no. 4
Elegie, Op. 47, no. 5
Peer Gynt - Suite No. 2, Op. 55 - Arabic Dance
Piano Concerto in A minor, Op. 16 - Allegro
Symphony No. 3 in E flat, Op. 97 - Rhenish - first movement
Traumerai (from Kinderszenen, Op. 15)
Mondnacht (from Eichendorff-Liederkreis, Op. 39)
Aufschwung (from Fantasietucke, Op. 12)
Triolett, Op. 114, no. 2
Tanzlied (No. 1 from Duets, Op. 78)
Symphony No. 4 in D minor, Op. 120 - second movement
Frühlingsgruss
Abschied (from Waldszenen Op. 82)
Dichterliebe, Op. 48 - Im wunderschonen Monat Mai
Manfred Overture, Op. 115
Romance in F sharp, Op. 28, no. 2
Die Rose stand im Tau
Liebesgarten (from Four Duets, Op. 34)
Warum? (from Fantasiestucke, Op. 12)
Kennst du das Land, Op.79, no. 29 (from Lieder der Mignon, Op. 98a)
Von fremden Landern und Menschen (from Kinderszenen, Op. 15)

Album Description

An extraordinary 20-CD collection of great works by Bach, Vivaldi, Handel, Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, Chopin, Tchaikovsky, Brahms, Ravel, Mendelssohn, Rachmaninoff, J. Strauss, R. Strauss, Schumann, Wagner, Dvorak, Grieg and Liszt. It also features worldrenowned artists such as Sir Neville Marriner, Martha Argerich, Ivo Pogorelich, Hermann Prey, Reiner Goldberg, Sylvia Sass, Jochen Kowalski, Peter Schreler and many more. This exquisite, copper metallic, deluxe boxed set is the perfect gift for the classical music neophyte.

Customer Reviews:

Mill. Classical review.......2007-05-13

This is a great set of recordings for the money, the only problem was I've had to clean some of the CD's before they played correctly.

classical music for the unitiated.......2007-04-01

This set is a good way to start listening to classical music. It's very well produced and easy to listen to. I purchased it to use as part of my world history high school class. It would have been nice to have some bio information on the composers. However, the product is exactly as advertised and good value for the money. The students were intrigued by how many of the excerpts they had heard before.

Some little gems there that I had forgotten!.......2007-03-30

Although I studied classical music at school, I had all but forgotten it until I bought this set. I heard several tracks I haven't heard for over 30 years, and I had been humming Brahms's 'Hungarian Dance no. 5' for years without ever knowing what it was and it was on the disc, so that was nice.

I found it to be a very good selection overall, but I felt too much had already been heard on TV, which of course is what lots of newcomers to classical music might appreciate. I managed to find about 2 hours of tracks that I wanted to keep, which works out quite expensive per disc, but I did find some wonderful music I had completely forgotten about, so it was worth it. All in all, it represents good value, and I have only knocked one star off as so much of it had been used in adverts.

It is definitely a good introduction to classical music, and it has made me want to listen to more of it, so I don't regret this 'expensive' purchase one bit!

Classical Masterpieces of the Millennium [20 CD Set]

A very helpful collection.......2007-03-24

I define this set as an excellent way to find out who you like, and who you don't, among 20 of the important composers. It opens the door to purchasing more complete pieces by composers you do like, and can save a lot of time and money in the process.
To criticize the set for not containing more composers, or more than just snippets of those who are in the set, is missing the point: it is a helpful introduction to finding your way in the huge maze of classical music. It succeeds admirably in this.
Sound quality is uniformly very good on an audiophile system.
Highly recommended.

Excellent!.......2007-03-08

A great way to start a classical music collection. It's nice to have a full CD of each composer. It makes it easy to keep track of selections/composers I already have and what composers I still need to puchase to complete my collection.

Average customer rating:

Ashkenazy - one of the best musicians of our time
Illustrious Dark
Ashkenazy's fluidity: a very good fit with Rachmaninov
My Favorite Rachmaninov Interpreter
Superb set of Rachmaninov's complete Piano works

Rachmaninov: The Piano Concertos

Manufacturer: Decca
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0000041ML
Release Date: 1997-08-12

Tracks:

Piano Concerto No. 1 In F Sharp Minor, Op. 1: I. Vivace - S. Rachmaninoff
Piano Concerto No. 1 In F Sharp Minor, Op. 1: II. Andante - S. Rachmaninoff
Piano Concerto No. 1 In F Sharp Minor, Op. 1: III. Allegro vivace - S. Rachmaninoff
Piano Concerto No. 2 In C Minor, Op. 18: I. Moderato - S. Rachmaninoff
Piano Concerto No. 2 In C Minor, Op. 18: II. Adagio sostenuto - S. Rachmaninoff
Piano Concerto No. 2 In C Minor, Op. 18: III. Allegro scherzando - S. Rachmaninoff

Tracks:

Piano Concerto No. 3 In D Minor, Op. 30: Allegro ma non tanto - S. Rachmaninoff
Piano Concerto No. 3 In D Minor, Op. 30: Intermezzo: Adagio - S. Rachmaninoff
Piano Concerto No. 3 In D Minor, Op. 30: Finale (Alla breve) - S. Rachmaninoff
Piano Concerto No. 4 In G Minor, Op. 40: Allegro vivace (Alla breve) - S. Rachmaninoff
Piano Concerto No. 4 In G Minor, Op. 40: Largo - S. Rachmaninoff
Piano Concerto No. 4 In G Minor, Op. 40: Allegro vivace - S. Rachmaninoff

Tracks:

Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini: Op. 43 - Rachmaninov
Piano Sonato No. 2 in B Flat Minor, Op. 36: I. Allegro agitato - Rachmaninov
Piano Sonato No. 2 in B Flat Minor, Op. 36: II. Non allegro - Rachmaninov
Piano Sonato No. 2 in B Flat Minor, Op. 36: III. Allegro molto - Rachmaninov
8 Etudes-tableaux, Op. 33: No. 1 in F minor - Rachmaninov
8 Etudes-tableaux, Op. 33: No. 2 in C major - Rachmaninov
8 Etudes-tableaux, Op. 33: No. 3 in C minor - Rachmaninov
8 Etudes-tableaux, Op. 33: No. 4 in D minor - Rachmaninov
8 Etudes-tableaux, Op. 33: No. 5 in E flat minor - Rachmaninov
8 Etudes-tableaux, Op. 33: No. 6 in E flat major - Rachmaninov
8 Etudes-tableaux, Op. 33: No. 7 in G minor - Rachmaninov
8 Etudes-tableaux, Op. 33: No. 8 in C sharp minor - Rachmaninov
Prelude in C sharp minor, Op. 3, No. 2 - Rachmaninov

Tracks:

10 Preludes, Op. 23: No. 1 In F Sharp Minor - Rachmaninov
10 Preludes, Op. 23: No. 2 In B Flat Major - Rachmaninov
10 Preludes, Op. 23: No. 3 in D minor - Rachmaninov
10 Preludes, Op. 23: No. 4 In D Major - Rachmaninov
10 Preludes, Op. 23: No. 5 In G Minor - Rachmaninov
10 Preludes, Op. 23: No. 6 In E Flat Major - Rachmaninov
10 Preludes, Op. 23: No. 7 In C Minor - Rachmaninov
10 Preludes, Op. 23: No. 8 In A Flat Major - Rachmaninov
10 Preludes, Op. 23: No. 9 In E Flat Minor - Rachmaninov
10 Preludes, Op. 23: No. 10 In G Flat Major - Rachmaninov
13 Preludes, Op. 32: No. 1 In C Major - Rachmaninov
13 Preludes, Op. 32: No. 2 In B Flat Minor - Rachmaninov
13 Preludes, Op. 32: No. 3 In E Major - Rachmaninov
13 Preludes, Op. 32: No. 4 In E Minor - Rachmaninov
13 Preludes, Op. 32: No. 5 In G Major - Rachmaninov
13 Preludes, Op. 32: No. 6 In F Minor - Rachmaninov
13 Preludes, Op. 32: No. 7 In F Major - Rachmaninov
13 Preludes, Op. 32: No. 8 In A Minor - Rachmaninov
13 Preludes, Op. 32: No. 9 In A Major - Rachmaninov
13 Preludes, Op. 32: No. 10 In B Minor - Rachmaninov
13 Preludes, Op. 32: No. 11 In B Major - Rachmaninov
13 Preludes, Op. 32: No. 12 In G Sharp Minor - Rachmaninov
13 Preludes, Op. 32: No. 13 In D Flat Major - Rachmaninov

Tracks:

Suite No. 1 for 2 pianos, Op. 5: I. Barcarolle: Allegretto - Rachmaninov
Suite No. 1 for 2 pianos, Op. 5: II. La Nuit, l'Amour: Adagio sostenuto - Rachmaninov
Suite No. 1 for 2 pianos, Op. 5: III. Les Larmes: Largo di molto - Rachmaninov
Suite No. 1 for 2 pianos, Op. 5: IV. Paques: Allegro maestoso - Rachmaninov
Suite No. 2, for 2 pianos, Op. 17: I. Introduction: Alla marcia - Rachmaninov
Suite No. 2, for 2 pianos, Op. 17: II. Valse: Presto - Rachmaninov
Suite No. 2, for 2 pianos, Op. 17: III. Romance: Andantino - Rachmaninov
Suite No. 2, for 2 pianos, Op. 17: IV. Tarantelle - Rachmaninov
Russian Rhapsody for 2 pianos in E minor: Moderato - Vivace - Andante - Rachmaninov
Variations on a theme by Corelli, Op. 42 - Rachmaninov

Tracks:

9 Etudes-tableaux, Op. 39: No 1 In C minor - S. Rachmaninoff
9 Etudes-tableaux, Op. 39: No 2 In A minor - S. Rachmaninoff
9 Etudes-tableaux, Op. 39: No 3 In F Sharp Minor - S. Rachmaninoff
9 Etudes-tableaux, Op. 39: No 4 In B Minor - S. Rachmaninoff
9 Etudes-tableaux, Op. 39: No 5 In E Flat Minor - S. Rachmaninoff
9 Etudes-tableaux, Op. 39: No 6 In A Minor - S. Rachmaninoff
9 Etudes-tableaux, Op. 39: No 7 In C Minor - S. Rachmaninoff
9 Etudes-tableaux, Op. 39: No 8 In D Minor - S. Rachmaninoff
9 Etudes-tableaux, Op. 39: No 9 In D Major - S. Rachmaninoff
Symphonic Dances for 2 pianos, Op. 45: I. Non allegro - Lento - Tempo I - S. Rachmaninoff
Symphonic Dances for 2 pianos, Op. 45: II. Andante con moto (Tempo di valse) - S. Rachmaninoff
Symphonic Dances for 2 pianos, Op. 45: III. Lento assai - Allegro vivace - S. Rachmaninoff

Customer Reviews:

Ashkenazy - one of the best musicians of our time.......2005-11-21

I consider Ashkenazy to be one of the most underrated pianists. Since he has this unmarketable father figure image in the piano world many people put him in the backburner of their recollections. First of all, anyone with such a prolific repertoire as Ashkenazy falls under the category of "genius" (Richter was also strong in this area). A pianist, in general, has much more credibility if he/she can tackle a variety of different pieces and styles. Many people assume by default that because he splits his time conducting and plays so much different music... that he is a jack of all trades but master of none.
One of the distinct attributes that Ashkenazy has is his amazing intelligence (this links him to Richter). Unlike Gould and Poglerelich who seem eccentric in a childish way at times, Ashkenazy has a very deep understanding of music and its foundations. He understand the composers styles and dynamics. This really sets him aside from many other pianists. I was pleasantly surprised by this Rachmaninoff. It is very flowing and the orchestra is great (better than in the Richter CD in my opinion). There is a feeling that this music is always going in the right direction. Ashkenazy also doesn't fall in the trap of playing Rach Chopin-style. I like the Richter CD better because I like Richter's temperament... but this is an excellent set for those that might find Richter overwhelming.

Illustrious Dark.......2005-03-19

The pianistic genius of Rachmaninov and his spirit incarnate: Vladimir Ashkenazy. If you have ever heard Rachmaninov play his own music, you probably pondered the impressive talent. But where his personal strengths lay in composition, his performances were a little too eccentric for me. For example, his renditions of militaristic Prelude No. 5 in G minor is a soft, cautious approach; his piano concerto no. 2 played so quickly, there is no time to enjoy each note.

Enter Ashkenazy. He plays that prelude with solid force and quick, snapping fingers, and thunderous chords, climaxing into those beautiful rolling hills...it is played beautifully. And of course, the piano concerto is slowed down to the proper tempo. (Incidentally, I find this concerto has some parts that are played too quickly, thereby losing a sense of largeness to some themes. In later recordings, Jean-Yves Thibaudet performed the concerto exactly to my tastes, and the orchestra was conducted, impressively, by Mr. Ashkenazy himself!)

For the piano enthusiast, this collection is nearly complete. The first three piano concertos are amazing. I grew up with Nos. 3 and then 2, and after a decade of waiting, finally listened to No. 1, which I hold in as high esteem as the later concertos. No. 4 is extremely modern, and I listen to it to let it grow on me, but I will always have a difficult time with this one. It's simply too influenced by his short Hollywood career, I feel. While it stands on its own, compared to the previous three, I tend to skip it.

I've heard Ashkenazy's recordings of the preludes before, but it was nice to finally own them. What can one say? Rachmaninov's forte was the prelude. Nowhere else can you hear chimes and bells with dark Russian themes underlying complex chord structures that scintillate or thunder.

New to me were the two Suites for 2 pianos. While much of it is a bit modern and avant-garde for my tastes, I enjoy them all the same.

For the price, you're getting quite a bargain, though. And if you don't care about the solo piano tracks, London has another release with only the four piano concertos.

Ashkenazy's fluidity: a very good fit with Rachmaninov.......2004-12-09

This boxed set contains the four piano concertos, along with the entire library of pieces for two pianos, and a good selection of Rachmaninov's major works for solo piano.

Packaged in an elegant Decca slimbox, the 6 CDs are simply a pure joy to listen to. Ashkenazy does not delivery the wildest version of the concertos, or the most passionate or energetic. What he delivers is an incredible legato and incomparable touch, with just the right amount of power when necessary. Previn's conducting is a very good fit with Ashkenazy's sobre and elegant interpretation.

Listen to "Les Larmes" - French for "The Tears" - and appreciate Ashkenazy and Previn's rendering of one of Rachmaninov's most emotional pieces.

This boxed set is, in my opinion, the best Rachmaninov package currently available. The sound quality is very good, and it contains a large selection of piano works by one of the world's finest interpreters.

My Favorite Rachmaninov Interpreter.......2003-04-06

while i dont have this particular set, i have most of ashkanazy's recordings via other the sets hes made, im assuming these are the same recordings. these are some of my favorite piano works ive ever heard in large part due to his interpretations of this music. i beleive there isnt an interpretation that i was unhappy with, so if you want all of ashkanasy's piano recordings and piano concertos in one set this is a great buy especially for the price and ammount of music.

Superb set of Rachmaninov's complete Piano works.......2001-02-04

Ashkenazy shows that he is as much at home here as he is playing Beethoven, Chopin, or Mozart. Although these performances may lack the drama of Argerich's tempestuous playing, they are very credible interpretations of the Russian composer's piano music. His performances of the concerti with Previn conducting the London Symphony Orchestra are regarded as among the finest of the entire Rachmaninov cycle. And his performances with Previn on the piano are fine, even if Previn's technique takes a back seat to Ashkenazy's. Aside from the concerti, the real gems have to be Ashkenazy's brilliant performances of the etudes. They are just as refined and as soulful as his excellent recordings of the entire Beethoven piano sonata cycle. This cheap set not only is a splendid introduction to Rachmaninov, but shows Ashkenazy at his finest, playing with technical elegance and lyricism.

Rachmaninov: 24 Preludes/Piano Sonata No.2

Average customer rating:

What's up with the bashing!?
Good set with some duds
Ashkenazy sucks
Fantastic!
The best Couple....Rach and Ash

Rachmaninov: 24 Preludes/Piano Sonata No.2

Manufacturer: Decca
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Rachmaninov: Piano Concertos Nos. 1 - 4
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Rachmaninov: Music for 2 Pianos
Rachmaninov: The Symphonies
Rachmaninov: Etudes-Tableaux, Op. 33 & 39; Vladimir Ovchinnikov

ASIN: B00000425L
Release Date: 1995-05-16

Tracks:

Prelude, Op.3 No.2 In C Sharp Minor
10 Preludes, Op.23: No.1 In F Sharp Minor
10 Preludes, Op.23: No.2 In B Flat Major
10 Preludes, Op.23: No.3 In D Minor
10 Preludes, Op.23: No.4 In D Major
10 Preludes, Op.23: No.5 In G Minor - Mel Torme
10 Preludes, Op.23: No.6 In E Flat Major
10 Preludes, Op.23: No.7 In C Minor
10 Preludes, Op.23: No.8 In A Flat Major
10 Preludes, Op.23: No.9 In E Flat Minor
10 Preludes, Op.23: No.10 In G Flat Major
13 Preludes, Op.32: No.1 In C Major
13 Preludes, Op.32: No.2 In B Flat Minor
13 Preludes, Op.32: No.3 In E Major
13 Preludes, Op.32: No.4 In E Minor

Tracks:

Preludes, Op. 32 Nos. 5 - 13: No. 5 In G Major
Preludes, Op. 32 Nos. 5 - 13: No. 6 In F Minor
Preludes, Op. 32 Nos. 5 - 13: No. 7 In F Major
Preludes, Op. 32 Nos. 5 - 13: No. 8 In A Minor
Preludes, Op. 32 Nos. 5 - 13: No. 9 In A Major
Preludes, Op. 32 Nos. 5 - 13: No. 10 In B Minor
Preludes, Op. 32 Nos. 5 - 13: No. 11 In B Major
Preludes, Op. 32 Nos. 5 - 13: No. 12 In G Sharp Minor
Preludes, Op. 32 Nos. 5 - 13: No. 13 In D Flat Major
Piano Sonata No. 2: I Allegro agitato
Piano Sonata No. 2: II Non allegro
Piano Sonata No. 2: III Allegro molto

Customer Reviews:

What's up with the bashing!?.......2005-10-23

Some previous reviewer's bashing of the prolific Ashkenazy is misguided. Just because a great artist records and sells many records doesn't mean he is from Disneyland. He's not even close to being a product of the "capitalism system" this reviewer was referring to. I own 4 other versions of these "Preludes," including those by the great Shelly, Dame Lampany and the composer himself. This set surpasses them all in terms of pure poeticism. A machine? A "cardboard piano robot"? What are you talking about?

Good set with some duds.......2004-12-15

It's a delight to hear Rachmaninov's Second Sonata performed by Ashkenazy, without any showmanship or bombast that characterises many other versions. This may be the finest version of the sonata on record. In the 24 Preludes, he follows the same path, emphasizing the poetic side of Rachmaninov's compositions.

Ashkenazy's approach comes with some disappointments, especially in Rachmaninov's more virtuosic writings. In the C sharp minor prelude, he totally misses the point of the piece to my ears - the mid-section is laboured and the conclusion all but shattering. For this prelude, Idil Biret (on Naxos, yes) is unsurpassable: her recording ravishes of anger and emotion, as it should do. Similarly, the G minor and C minor preludes sound stiff and rushed, totally lacking in excitement. On the other hand, Ashkenazy's `nocturnal' style of pianism, combined with a perfect technique and a Russian spirit, works extraordinarily well in the more meditative Preludes. The B minor prelude may be the best of all, with its naïve beginning melody leading to a shattering climax. The A major is also full of tension. The melody of the F# minor prelude sounds utterly fair and convincing. And so do other melodic preludes: the E flat major gives hardly space to discuss. But truly exceptional are two well-known op.32 preludes: the G major and G# minor, both of which Ashkenazy goes through with disarming ease.

In sum, not a perfect collection but one well worth considering, especially since there are few complete sets of Preludes currently available. Weissenberg's is another good choice.

Ashkenazy sucks.......2004-06-02

Oh yes the perfect modern pianist, fantastic technique, giant reportorie, well practiced and all his playing sounds just like the music is written. Yep, sounds just like a machine pounding out "perfect" notes on a keyboard. No wonder Classical piano is a dying art form, because with the likes of a "cardboard piano robot" like Ashkenazy, the real feel of the music is completely lost. Why is this supreme typist so excessively recorded? fits well into the Disneyland mentality of our capitalist system I suppose. May as well listen to a wind up toy.

Fantastic!.......2004-05-28

Rachmaninov is a great composer, Ashkenazy a great pianist. These 2 combined into 1 CD -> superb combination! I fell in love with the CD, Rach's preludes are absolutely fantastic and Ashkenazy plays it véry well, I recommend this CD to everyone who's interested.
Too bad I could only give it 5 stars, because this CD deserves a lot more!

The best Couple....Rach and Ash.......2004-02-28

Hi,

Rachmaninov's complete preludes haven't been recorded so often...Ashkenazy's were the first to appear on Cd, with the excellent recording further enhanced...this is superb flair and panache about this playing..As a bonus, the compact disc offer the second piano sonata...with Ashkenazy generally following the 1913 original score but with some variants. He plays with great vituosity and feeling, and the result is a beautiful recording...Buy this one without thinking for a second...

Tracks:

Piano Concerto No. 2 In C Minor, Op. 18: Moderato
Piano Concerto No. 2 In C Minor, Op. 18: Adagio sostenuto
Piano Concerto No. 2 In C Minor, Op. 18: Allegro scherzando
Prelude In C Sharp Minor, Op. 3 No. 2
Prelude In B Flat Major, Op. 23 No. 2
Prelude In G Minor, Op. 23 No. 5
Prelude In B Minor, Op. 32 No. 10
Prelude In D Flat Major, Op. 32 No. 13
Etude-tableau In C Minor, Op. 39 No. 1
Etude-tableau In A Minor, Op. 39 No. 2
Etude-tableau In E Flat Minor, Op. 39 No. 5

Tracks:

Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini, Op. 43 - Vladimir Ashkenazy
Piano Concerto No. 3 In D Minor, Op. 30: Allegro ma non tanto - Vladimir Ashkenazy
Piano Concerto No. 3 In D Minor, Op. 30: Intermezzo: Adagio - Vladimir Ashkenazy
Piano Concerto No. 3 In D Minor, Op. 30: Finale: Alla breve - Vladimir Ashkenazy

Customer Reviews:

Moving and Inspiring, A must Buy!.......2003-01-09

It has occured to me that many of the reviewers complain about the slow tempo taken by Ashkenazy when he performed the Rach's 3rd. Indeed, they do seem slower than the norm, but when it is slowed down, much more can be brought into the piece that you wouldn't normally hear such as the increadiable dymanic range, artulation and the sheer power of some of his chords. The cadanza (the harder version) of the first movement is especially moving (many pianists also slow down to his tempo or even slower when attempting the candanza). Ashkenazy kept a steady cresendo throughout and truely produced some very breathtaking chords (way better than David Heffgots in Shine), one could say that the piano roared at some places and whispered at others. An increadiable recording.

Nevertheless, if you want to hear the "definative" recording of the Rach' 3rd try the Horowitz/Reiner/RCA Victor Symphony Orchestra recording of the Rach's 3rd.

By the way, the 2nd Piano Concerto was also amazingly recorded, along with the Rhapsody and the Preludes.

Buy this if you are a Rachmaninov lover or a Romantic... its a great price for 2 CDs.

A Reflective Seat of Passions.......2001-08-17

I first became aware of Rachmaninov from the 1980 film SOMEWHERE IN TIME with Christopher Reeve. So far this is the best rendition of Rachmaninov's works in compilation I have listened to. Rachmaninov really knew how to reach your heart with unbridled passion. This music and Andre Previn's rendering of it with the London Symphony Orchestra is unbelievably and fervently moving.

Almost Great.......2001-08-01

Although I've always loved and idolized Ashkenzay, I must say I was a little (not enough to shatter my love for him) disappointed with his interpretation of Rach. 3rd Concerto. I have heard so many fine recordings of the concerto, especially since the "Shine" craze, and this is not one of them. Ashkenazy has a distinctively emotional style which is perfect for Chopin and Beethoven, but it seems to be too much for this piece. The rolled opening chords took me by surprise a little, that I had to remind myself that I was listening to Rachmaninov and not Chopin or Lizst. If it were possible, I would give this CD a 4.5, with the deduction only for the third concerto. The "Variations on the Theme of Paganini" is SUPERB!!!! Ashkenazy really lets his technique shine, and his phrasing is flawless. I have rarely heard such flowing lines. It seems that Ashkenazy really enjoyed playing this music. The attention to detail comes out in every single note. Bravo.

The Only Rachmaninoff Piano Music CD's You'll Ever Need!.......2001-01-13

If you want to buy Rachmaninoff's great piano hits, but you have not bought it, this is probably the only thing you'll ever need! Good thing it is double-decked. I guarantee you that you should really buy this CD if you want to hear the beauty of piano by Rachy! Ashkenazy's brilliant performance will amaze and satisfy you!

Out of other recordings by other pianist playing Rachmaninoff, I love Ashkenazy the best. And Previn with the orchestra is truly fine. A definite Must-Buy for Askenazeans! (unless you don't like Rachmaninoff's music)

Impress your friends! Put these CDs on when they visit!.......2000-05-14

The Rachmaninov repertoire has always been renowned for its thrilling technical difficulty. With Rach, every piece is a showpiece, and Ashkenazy illustrates this to the fullest extent. Blistering runs and ten-finger chords are nicely balanced by delicate and subtle melodies. Perhaps this 2-CD set should have been labeled as "The Only Rachmaninov You'll Ever Need!" because it really presents the composer in a nutshell. Two concertos, one concert piece, and several solo piano works -- who could ask for anything more? Okay, okay, so maybe a symphony would have been nice, but here we're talking about Rachmaninov the piano composer.

Tracks:

Guastavino: Cantilena, No. 4
Rachmaninoff: Etude-Tableau in D Major, Op. 39, No. 9
Rameau: Le Rappel des Oiseaux
Rachmaninoff: Daisies, Op. 38, No. 3
Delibes-ORiley: "Viens, Mallika!" from Lakme
Rachmaninoff: Etude-Tableau in f#-minor, Op. 39, No. 3
Chopin: Prelude in F# Major, Op. 28, No. 13
Debussy: La Fille Aux Cheveux De Lin
Rameau: La Villageoise
Davies: Farewell to Stromness
Severac Ou L'on Entend Une Vielle Boite A Musique
Rachmaninoff: Prelude in G Major, Op. 32, No. 5
Milhaud: Corcovado
Rachmaninoff: Prelude in c minor, Op. 23, No. 7
Rachmaninoff: Lilacs Op. 21, No. 5
Rachmaninoff: Prelude in g# minor, Op. 32, No. 12
Rachmaninoff: Prelude in D Major, Op. 23, No. 4
Rameau: Musette En Rondeau
Mozart: Gigue in G Major, K. 574
Rameau: Rigaudons 1 & 2
Rameau: Tambourin
Guastavino: Mariana
Prokofiev Masquers
Schumann: Zart Und Singend from "Davidsbundlertanze" Op. 6
Chopin: Mazurka in e-flat minor, Op. 6, No. 4
Bartok: Finale, Fifteen Hungarian Peasant Dances
Chopin: Prelude in d minor, Op. 28, No. 24
Poulenc: Babar et Celeste
Guaraldi: Christmastime is Here

Album Description

"Christopher O'Riley At the Break" is the new compact disc by the renowned concert pianist and host of "From the Top," the hit public radio showcase for America's best pre-collegiate classical musicians.

This collection of 29 works for solo piano is a compilation of pieces O'Riley played on "From the Top," which is heard on more than 200 radio stations nationwide. These pieces were performed at the mid-point of the broadcasts, a required break of approximately 2 minutes during which many stations insert locally generated announcements.

According to Chris O'Riley, "It depends on one's local station, and its own use of `the breaks.' This collection serves as a fondly renewed acquaintance with some favorites of mine as well as some pieces a bit further off the beaten path. For other listeners, this is a great group of exquisite miniatures - a premiere entree into many new worlds."

From the Top is a creation of Concert Productions, Inc. in association with WGBH Radio Boston and New England Conservatory, its home and educational partner. Public Radio International distributes the program. From the Top receives support from the U.S. Department of Education, the National Endowment for the Arts, the Massachusetts Cultural Council, as well as individuals, foundations and corporations.

Customer Reviews:

WOW.......2002-09-01

As a fan of From the Top, and a young classical singer myself...I adore Chris O'Riley and his fabulous piano playing. Each work is played with emotion and meticulous care, creating a truly wonderful listening experience!

I highly recommend this sparkling disk to any fan of From the Top, or those who just enjoy classical music! Purchase today!~Bravo

From the Keyboard.......2002-03-09

Fans of NPR's popular show "From the Top," a showcase for young classical musicians, will recognize Chris O'Riley as the show's fun loving host. Thanks in no small part to O'Riley's easygoing way with kids and his fine accompaniments, the show not only presents good music, but manages to be playful and funny as well. This collection of 29 piano pieces are taken from those O'Riley plays during the mid-program break on the show, and demonstrate the depth and range of his talent. Included with the CD information are short notes by O'Riley in which he describes his connection to each piece and what he is trying to accomplish when he plays it. Particular favorites of mine include Guastavino's Cantilena, No. 4, Rachmanioff's Lilacs, Op. 21, No. 5 and Rameau's Tambourin. However, fans of Chopin, Debussy, Prokfiev and Mozart will also find something to satisfy. This is a CD that I will be returning to again and again

From the Top, and from the heart........2002-01-26

Gorgeous music beautifully played. This is a wonderfully eclectic set of pieces, some familiar, many rare, all of them played with warmth and personality. I love Christopher's eclectic tastes. The Guastavino pieces were new to me, and they're gems. The Rameau is exquisitely played. The Rachmaninoff is familiar, but it's awfully nice to hear it played with a fresh personal feeling. Pieces like the Milhaud, or Poulenc's "Babar and Celeste", or O'Riley's own transcription of the Delibes, or Maxwell-Davies' "Stromness" -- all of them are wonderfully evocative. The program notes are every bit as thoughtful and engaging as you'd expect given such a marvellous selection and such stylish playing.

There are some real treasures here. And you might also enjoy "From the Top," the public radio show O'Riley hosts. Best thing to happen to music since Bernstein's Young Person's concerts.

MJH

Michael Hawley.......2002-01-26

This truly is a collection of gems, both in the selection and in the playing. Christopher O'Riley has wonderful eclectic taste, a beautifully lyric style, and a knack for finding out of the way and not-yet-known treasures (and putting new luster on the regular old treasures!). The pianism is exquisite: beautiful touches in the Rameau, and especially in the delicate Rachmaninoff pieces. Several of the pieces, like the Guastavino (which are fabulous) and Davies' "Farewell to Stromness" (wonderfully evocative of those tough, remote Scottish isles), and his own arrangement of that beautiful Delibes -- these were very happy discoveries for me.

All of these little pieces (though some are not so little!) are full of love and life. The thoughtful program notes were appreciated and enjoyed as well. The sound is great.

It's a wonderful CD. Buy it. And listen to the radio show, too: FROM THE TOP. Best thing to happen to music since Bernstein's Young People's concerts.

Tracks:

Dance Of The Green Devil
Fantasy On Little Russian Songs
Serenade, Op.54, No.2
Air From Suite No.3 In D, BWV 1068
Standchen (Serenade)
Die Biene (The Bee)
Intermezzo From Goyescas
Tarantella From The Gadfly, Op.97
Habanera
The Girl With The Flaxen Hair
Allegro Spiritoso
Cantilena, Op.48, No.24
Boulevard De Garavan
Danse Bohemienne, Op.28
Vocalise, Op.34, No.14
Short Story

Customer Reviews:

A Great cd!.......2006-12-15

I love it. To me, every note of this sounds gorgeous. There is a really wide variety of songs. Every track is like the title says, a "virtuoso cello encore". Her playing is very expressive and beautiful but also has a flawless, effortless quality. This CD is over 75 minutes long and was recorded in only a couple days. Her concerts must be amazing.

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Romantic Classics

Manufacturer: Asv Living Era
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

Ballets | Ballets & Dances | Classical | Styles | Music

Pavanes | Ballets & Dances | Classical | Styles | Music

Quintets | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music

General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music

Fantasies | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music

Preludes | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music

Suites | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music

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Baroque (c.1600-1750) | Historical Periods | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music

Romantic (c.1820-1910) | Historical Periods | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music

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ASIN: B0007KTIJM
Release Date: 2005-03-22

Tracks:

Intermezzo
Pavane
Largo Ma Non Tanto
Nocturne
Romance No. 2 In F Sharp
Salut D' Amour, Op. 12
Largo
Meditation
Clair De Lune
Prelude
Liebestod

Tracks:

Scene No. 1
Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini
Adagio Moderato
Fantaisie-Impromptu
Adagio Sostenuto
Pavane Pour Une Infante Defunte
Larghetto
Berceuse
Adagio Sostenuto
Liebestraum
Andante

Tracks:

Canon
Adagio
Air On A G String
Gymnopedie
The Girl With The Flaxen Hair (La Fille Aux Cheveux Lin)
Andante Semplice
Adagio
The Swan
Elegy
Traumerei
Romeo And Juliet
Adagio
Adagio For Strings

Average customer rating:

Idil amazing
Essential Rachmaninoff at a good price.

Rachmaninov: Piano Music (Box Set)

Manufacturer: Naxos
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

Polkas | Ballets & Dances | Classical | Styles | Music

Canons | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music

Etudes | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music

Improvisation | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music

Preludes | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music

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Chopin: Complete Piano Music
Sergei Prokofiev - 50th Anniversary Edition
Brahms: Works for Solo Piano
Works for Solo Piano
Rachmaninov: The Symphonies

ASIN: B00004W54X
Release Date: 2000-08-15

Tracks:

Vivace
Andante
Allegro Vivace - Andante Ma Non Troppo - Tempo Primo
Allegro Vivace
Largo
Allegro Vivace
Introduction
Variation 1
Theme
Variation 2
Variation 3
Variation 4
Variation 5
Variation 6
Variation 7
Variation 8
Variation 9
Variation 10
Variation 11
Variation 12
Variation 13
Variation 14
Variation 15
Variation 16
Variation 17
Variation 18
Variation 19
Variation 20
Variation 21
Variation 22
Variation 23
Variation 24

Tracks:

Moderato
Adagio Sostenuto
Allegro Scherzando
Allegro Ma Non Tanto
Intermezzo: Adagio
Finale: Alla Breve

Tracks:

No. 1 In F Minor: Allegro Non Troppo
No. 2 In C Major: Allegro
No. 3 In C Minor: Grave
No. 4 In D Minor: Moderato
No. 5 In E Flat Minor: Non Allegro
No. 6 In E Flat Major: Allegro Con Fuoco
No. 7 In G Minor: Moderato
No. 8 In C Sharp Minor: Grave
No. 1 In C Minor: Allegro Agitato
No. 2 In A Minor: Lento Assai
No. 3 In F Sharp Minor: Allegro Molto
No. 4 In B Minor: Allegro Assai
No. 5 In E Flat Minor: Appassionata
No. 6 In A Minor: Allegro
No. 7 In C Minor: Lento
No. 8 In D Minor: Allegro Moderato
No. 9 In D Major: Allegro Moderato

Tracks:

No. 1 In F Sharp Minor
No. 2 In F Major
No. 3 In C Minor - E Flat Minor
I. Romance In F Sharp Minor
II. Prelude In E Flat Minor
III. Melodie In E Major
IV. Gavotte In D Major
I. Nocturne In A Minor
II. Valse In A Major
III. Barcarolle In G Minor
IV. Melodie In E Minor
V. Humoresque In G Major
VI. Romance In F Minor
VII. Mazurka In D Flat Major

Tracks:

No. 1 In F Sharp Minor: Largo
No. 2 In B Major: Maestoso
No. 3 In D Minor: Tempo Di Minuetto
No. 4 In D Major: Andante Cantabile
No. 5 In G Minor: Alla Marcia
No. 6 In E Flat Major: Andante
No. 7 In C Minor: Allegro
No. 8 In A Flat Major: Allegro Vivace
No. 9 In E Flat Minor: Presto
No. 10 In G Flat Major: Largo
No. 1: Elegie In E Flat Minor
No. 2: Prelude In C Sharp Minor
No. 3: Melodie In E Major
No. 4: Polichinelle In F Sharp Minor
No. 5: Serenade In B Flat Minor

Tracks:

No. 1 In C Major: Allegro Vivace
No. 2 In B Flat Minor: Allegretto
No. 3 In E Major: Allegro Vivace
No. 4 In E Minor: Allegro Con Brio
No. 5 In G Major: Moderato
No. 6 In F Minor: Allegro Appassionato
No. 7 In F Major: Moderato
No. 8 In A Minor: Vivo
No. 9 In A Major: Allegro Moderato
No. 10 In B Minor: Lento
No. 11 In B Major: Allegretto
No. 12 In G Sharp Minor: Allegro
No. 13 In D Flat Major: Grave - Allegro
Liebesleid
Liebesfreud

Tracks:

Allegro Moderato
Lento
Allegro Molto
Allegro Agitato
Non Allegro - Lento - L'istesso Tempo
Allegro Molto

Tracks:

Allegro Agitato
Non Allegro
Allegro Molto
Theme: Andante
Var. I: Poco Piu Mosso
Var. II: L'istesso Tempo
Var. III: Tempo Di Menuetto
Var. IV: Andante
Var. V: Allegro (Ma Non Tanto)
Var. VI: L'istesso Tempo
Var. VII: Vivace
Var. VIII: Adagio Misterioso
Var. IX: Un Poco Piu Mosso
Var. X: Allegro Scherzando
Var. XI: Allegro Vivace
Var. XII: L'istesso Tempo
Var. XIII: Agitato
Intermezzo
Var. XIV: Andante (Come Prima)
Var. XV: L'istesso Tempo
Var. XVI: Allegro Vivace
Var. XVII: Meno Mosso
Var. XVIII: Allegro Con Brio
Var. XIX: Piu Mosso, Agitato
Var. XX: Piu Mosso
Coda: Andante
No. 1: Andantino
No. 2: Allegretto
No. 3: Andante Cantabile
No. 4: Presto
No. 5: Adagio Sostenuto
No. 6: Maestoso

Tracks:

Prelude
Gavotte
Gigue
Wohin
Scherzo
Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2
Gopak
L'Arlesienne - Minuetto
Flight Of The Bumble-Bee
Lullaby
Daisies
Lilacs
Dance Of The Young Gypsy Maidens
Liebesleid
Liebesfreud
Polka W.R.
The Star Spangled Banner

Tracks:

Theme: Largo
Var. I: Moderato
Var. II: Allegro
Var. III (Allegro)
Var. IV: (Allegro)
Var. V: Meno Mosso
Var. VI: Meno Mosso
Var. VII: Allegro
Var. VIII (Allegro)
Var. IX (Allegro)
Var. X: Piu Vivo
Var. XI: Lento
Var. XII: Moderato
Var. XIII: Largo
Var. XIV: Moderato
Var. XV: Allegro Scherzando
Var. XVI: Lento
Var. XVII: Grave
Var. XVIII: Piu Mosso
Var. XIX: Allegro Vivace
Var. XX: Presto
Var. XXI: Andante - Piu Vivo
Var. XXII: Maestoso - Presto
Moment musical, Op. 16, No. 2
Lento In D Minor
Canon In E Minor
Fughetta In F Major
Morceau de fantaisie In G Minor
Piece In D Minor
Fragments
Oriental Sketch
Prelude In F Major
Andante ma non troppo In D Minor

Customer Reviews:

Idil amazing.......2006-07-19

No other performer compares to idil. HANDS down. HEr unique and individual style sets her apart from every other performer past and present.

Her recording of Rachmaninov's prelude in C sharp minor can only be topped by rachmaninov himself.

Every time i hear i new song from her, i feel i grow as a pianist.

Essential Rachmaninoff at a good price........2002-07-10

Buy this box set. Biret is great. She plays Rachmaninoff straight up and doesn't taint the compositions with any wild "interpretations." And the recording quality is five star, too. I bought this in order to snag some lesser known Rachmaninoff that I loved (Cinq Morceaux, Moments Musicaux, etc.) and I really got what I paid for. Take a look at the huge tracklist - this is the Rachmaninoff you've been missing out on.

Track Listings:

Track Listings

track listings

Track Listings

Lonely At The Top [Original recording remastered] [Import]

Prokofiev: Symphonies Nos. 1 & 5; Violin Concerto No. 1

New Orleans Heat [Original recording remastered]

Let's Fall in Love [Original recording remastered] [Import]

Then and Now [DualDisc] [Enhanced]

Slow Jams: The Timeless Collection, Vol. 2

Songs for Swingin' Lovers! [Original recording remastered]

Mutter Modern: Works by Stravinsky / Lutoslawski / Bartok / Moret / Berg / Rihm - Anne-Sophie Mutter

Rebuild the Wall

Sextet: 1955-1956

Phantasmagoria [Import]

Mtm Ballads V.3 [Import]

Passengers

Hymns & Voices

Undercurrent Blues

1. Prelude In C Sharp Minor, Op. 3 No. 2 / Ut Diese Mineur Cis-Moll
2. No.1 In F Sharp Minor / Fa Diese Mineur Fis - Moll
3. No.2 In B Flat Major Si Bemol Majeur B B-Dur
4. No. 3 In D Minor Re Mineur D - Moll
5. No. 4 In D Major Re Majeur D -Dur
6. No.5 In G Minor Sol Mineur G - Moll
7. No. 6 In E Flat Major Mi Bemol Majeur Es-Dur
8. No. 7 In C Minor Ut Mineur C Moll
9. No. 8 In A Flat Major La Bemol Majeur As-Dur
10. No. 9 In E Flat Minor Mi Bemol Mineur Es-Moll
11. No. 10 In G Flat Major Sol Bemol Majeur Ges-Dur
12. No. 1 In C Majorut Majeur C - Dur
13. No. 2 In B Flat Minor Si Bemol Mineur B B- Moll
14. No. 3 In E Major Mi Majeur E-Dur
15. No. 4 In E Minor Mi Mineur E-Moll
16. No. 5 In G Major Sol Majeur G-Dur
17. No. 6 In Minor Fa Mineur F - Moll
18. No. 7 In F Major Fa Majeur F-Dur
19. No. 8 In A Minor La Mineur A-Moll
20. No. 9 In A Major La Majeur A-Dur