Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 1, Symphony No. 4 - Vladimir Ashkenazy, London Symphony Orchestra, Lorin Maazel / Virtuoso / Decca Audio CD 2011 / 478 3367

UPC 0028947833673

Product Details

• Label: Decca – 478 3367
• Series: Virtuoso – 478 3367
• Format: CD, Compilation
• Genre: Classical
• Style: Romantic
• Release Year: 2011

Overview:

Experience the brilliance of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s Romantic masterpieces with this exquisite recording of the Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-flat minor and Symphony No. 4 in F minor. Featuring celebrated pianist and conductor Vladimir Ashkenazy alongside the London Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Lorin Maazel, this album is a testament to the enduring appeal of Tchaikovsky's compositions.

From the iconic opening chords of the Piano Concerto No. 1 to the dramatic emotional arc of Symphony No. 4, these performances capture the passion, intensity, and lyrical beauty of Tchaikovsky's work. A must-have for enthusiasts of Romantic-era classical music.

Track Listing:

Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-flat minor, Op. 23

1. I. Allegro non troppo e molto maestoso – Allegro con spirito
2. II. Andantino semplice – Prestissimo
3. III. Allegro con fuoco
   Total Duration: 34:16

Symphony No. 4 in F minor, Op. 36

1. I. Andante sostenuto – Moderato con anima
2. II. Andantino in modo di canzona
3. III. Scherzo: Pizzicato ostinato – Allegro
4. IV. Finale: Allegro con fuoco
   Total Duration: 42:23

Key Credits:

• Pianist: Vladimir Ashkenazy (Piano Concerto No. 1)
• Orchestra: Philharmonia Orchestra
• Conductor: Vladimir Ashkenazy (Piano Concerto No. 1) and Lorin Maazel (Symphony No. 4)