Sergei Rachmaninov: Piano Concertos 1-4 / Audio CD

UPC 028944483925

Product Details 

• Label: Decca – 444 839-2
• Series: Double Decca
• Format: 2 x CD, Compilation, Reissue, Remastered
• Country: Europe
• Released: 1995
• Genre: Classical

Overview

This remarkable 2-CD compilation features Rachmaninov's iconic Piano Concertos 1 through 4, performed by the legendary Vladimir Ashkenazy on piano, with the London Symphony Orchestra conducted by André Previn. A true masterpiece of classical music, these concertos are considered some of the finest works in the piano repertoire. The remastered collection, originally recorded in 1972, brings out the full beauty and depth of Rachmaninov's compositions, captured through stunning analogue-to-digital transfers. Ashkenazy’s virtuosity and the precision of the London Symphony Orchestra make this a definitive version of these essential works.

Track Listing:

CD 1

Piano Concerto No. 1 in F sharp minor, Op. 1

1. I. Vivace – 13:25
2. II. Andante – 6:54
3. III. Allegro vivace – 7:54

Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minor, Op. 18

1. I. Moderato – 11:06
2. II. Adagio sostenuto – 11:53
3. III. Allegro scherzando – 11:34

CD 2

Piano Concerto No. 3 in D minor, Op. 30

1. I. Allegro ma non tanto – 18:44
2. II. Intermezzo: Adagio – 12:08
3. III. Finale (Alla breve) – 14:58

Piano Concerto No. 4 in G minor, Op. 40

1. I. Allegro vivace (Alla breve) – 9:58
2. II. Largo – 6:54
3. III. Allegro vivace – 9:13

Total Time: 135:28

Key Credits:

• Conductor: André Previn
• Piano: Vladimir Ashkenazy
• Orchestra: London Symphony Orchestra
• Engineer: James Lock, Kenneth Wilkinson
• Producer: Christopher Raeburn, Ray Minshull
• Art Direction: Jeremy Tilston
• Cover Painting: Boris Shalyapin