Description

Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 1 - Gary Graffman, George Szell, The Cleveland Orchestra / Columbia Masterworks LP Stereo

MS 7339

Product Features

Label: Columbia Masterworks – MS 7339
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Country: US
Genre: Classical
Style: Romantic

Overview

This vinyl LP features Gary Graffman performing Tchaikovsky's Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-flat minor, Op. 23, conducted by George Szell and performed by the Cleveland Orchestra. This recording is a classic example of Tchaikovsky's romantic style, showcasing the technical skill and emotional depth of the concerto. The collaboration between Graffman's virtuosic piano playing and Szell's masterful conducting makes this album a standout in the classical music repertoire.

Interesting Facts

Tchaikovsky's Piano Concerto No. 1 is one of the most celebrated piano concertos in classical music, known for its grandeur and technical complexity.
Gary Graffman is a renowned American pianist known for his interpretations of classical and romantic repertoire.
George Szell was a prominent Hungarian-American conductor who was known for his precise and expressive performances with the Cleveland Orchestra.
The album was produced by Andrew Kazdin and features cover design by Nereus Bell.

Track Listing

Concerto No. 1 In B-flat Minor For Piano And Orchestra, Op. 23
- A: I - Allegro Non Troppo E Molto Maestoso - 19:47
- B1: II - Andantino Simplice - 7:08
- B2: III - Allegro Con Fuoco; Allegro Vivo - 6:48