Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of classical music with Philippe Entremont's extraordinary compilation, "Grieg, Liszt, Rachmaninoff, Ravel: Highlights from The Complete Piano Concerto Recordings." Set for release on April 1, 2025, via Sony Classical, this album is a testament to the timeless brilliance of these master composers, featuring their most celebrated works performed with unparalleled virtuosity.
Spanning over five hours, this extensive collection showcases the profound depth and emotional resonance of Edvard Grieg's piano concertos, the technical mastery of Franz Liszt's compositions, the lyrical beauty of Gabriel Fauré's symphonic works, and the intense passion of Sergei Rachmaninoff's piano concertos. Each piece is a masterclass in orchestration and piano performance, highlighting Entremont's exceptional skill and artistic sensitivity.
From the dramatic intensity of Grieg's "Piano Concerto in A Minor" to the ethereal beauty of Rachmaninoff's "Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini," this album offers a comprehensive journey through some of the most iconic works in the classical repertoire. The inclusion of lesser-known gems, such as Fauré's "Noches en los Jardines de España" and Liszt's "Hungarian Fantasy," adds an extra layer of intrigue and discovery.
Philippe Entremont's interpretation brings a fresh perspective to these well-loved pieces, blending technical precision with a deep emotional connection. His performances are marked by a sense of spontaneity and expressiveness that captivates the listener from start to finish.
Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is a treasure trove of musical excellence. It's a celebration of the piano concerto's enduring appeal and a showcase of Entremont's remarkable artistry. Prepare to be enthralled by the sheer beauty and power of these performances, which are sure to leave a lasting impression.
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Piano Concerto No. 1 in E-Flat Major, S. 124: I. Allegro maestoso (Tempo giusto)Franz Liszt, Philippe Entremont, Philadelphia Orchestra, Eugene Ormandy
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E-Flat Major, S. 124: II. Quasi adagio - Allegretto vivace - Allegro animatoFranz Liszt, Philippe Entremont, Philadelphia Orchestra, Eugene Ormandy
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E-Flat Major, S. 124: III. Allegro marziale animato - PrestoFranz Liszt, Philippe Entremont, Philadelphia Orchestra, Eugene Ormandy
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A Major, S. 120, R. 456: Ia. Adagio sostenuto assai - L'istesso tempoFranz Liszt, Philippe Entremont, Philadelphia Orchestra, Eugene Ormandy
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A Major, S. 120, R. 456: Ib. Allegro agitato assai - Tutti, un poco più mosso - Tempo del andanteFranz Liszt, Philippe Entremont, Philadelphia Orchestra, Eugene Ormandy
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A Major, S. 120, R. 456: II. Allegro moderatoFranz Liszt, Philippe Entremont, Philadelphia Orchestra, Eugene Ormandy
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A Major, S. 120, R. 456: IIIa. Allegro deciso - L'istesso Tempo - Sempre allegroFranz Liszt, Philippe Entremont, Philadelphia Orchestra, Eugene Ormandy
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A Major, S. 120, R. 456: IIIb. Marziale un poco meno allegro - Un poco animato - Un poco piu mosso (Tempo rubato)Franz Liszt, Philippe Entremont, Philadelphia Orchestra, Eugene Ormandy
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A Major, S. 120, R. 456: IV. Allegro animatoFranz Liszt, Philippe Entremont, Philadelphia Orchestra, Eugene Ormandy
Hungarian Fantasy, S. 123Franz Liszt, Philippe Entremont, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 16: I. Allegro molto moderatoEdvard Grieg, Philippe Entremont, Eugene Ormandy, Philadelphia Orchestra
Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 16: II. AdagioEdvard Grieg, Philippe Entremont, Eugene Ormandy, Philadelphia Orchestra
Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 16: III. Allegro moderato molto e marcato - Quasi Presto - Andante maestosoEdvard Grieg, Philippe Entremont, Eugene Ormandy, Philadelphia Orchestra
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43Sergei Rachmaninoff, Philippe Entremont, Eugene Ormandy, Philadelphia Orchestra
Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: I. ModeratoSergei Rachmaninoff, Philippe Entremont, Leonard Bernstein, New York Philharmonic
Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: II. Adagio sostenutoSergei Rachmaninoff, Philippe Entremont, Leonard Bernstein, New York Philharmonic
Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: III. Allegro scherzandoSergei Rachmaninoff, Philippe Entremont, Leonard Bernstein, New York Philharmonic
Prelude in D Minor, Op. 23, No. 3Sergei Rachmaninoff, Philippe Entremont
Prelude in E-Flat Major, Op. 23, No. 6Sergei Rachmaninoff, Philippe Entremont
Prelude in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 3Sergei Rachmaninoff, Philippe Entremont
Piano Concerto No. 1 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 1: I. Vivace - ModeratoSergei Rachmaninoff, Eugene Ormandy, Philippe Entremont, Philadelphia Orchestra
Piano Concerto No. 1 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 1: II. AndanteSergei Rachmaninoff, Eugene Ormandy, Philippe Entremont, Philadelphia Orchestra
Piano Concerto No. 1 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 1: III. Allegro vivaceSergei Rachmaninoff, Eugene Ormandy, Philippe Entremont, Philadelphia Orchestra
Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Minor, Op. 40: I. Allegro vivaceSergei Rachmaninoff, Eugene Ormandy, Philippe Entremont, Philadelphia Orchestra
Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Minor, Op. 40: II. LargoSergei Rachmaninoff, Eugene Ormandy, Philippe Entremont, Philadelphia Orchestra
Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Minor, Op. 40: III. Allegro vivaceSergei Rachmaninoff, Eugene Ormandy, Philippe Entremont, Philadelphia Orchestra
Piano Concerto in G Major, M. 83: I. AllegramenteMaurice Ravel, Philippe Entremont, Eugene Ormandy, Philadelphia Orchestra
Piano Concerto in G Major, M. 83: II. Adagio assaiMaurice Ravel, Philippe Entremont, Eugene Ormandy, Philadelphia Orchestra
Piano Concerto in G Major, M. 83: III. PrestoMaurice Ravel, Philippe Entremont, Eugene Ormandy, Philadelphia Orchestra
Piano Concerto for the Left Hand, M. 82: I. LentoMaurice Ravel, Philippe Entremont, Pierre Boulez, The Cleveland Orchestra
Piano Concerto for the Left Hand, M. 82: II. AllegroMaurice Ravel, Philippe Entremont, Pierre Boulez, The Cleveland Orchestra
Piano Concerto for the Left Hand, M. 82: III. Tempo 1Maurice Ravel, Philippe Entremont, Pierre Boulez, The Cleveland Orchestra
Noches en los Jardines de España, IMF 8: I. En el GeneralifeManuel de Falla, Eugene Ormandy, Philippe Entremont, Philadelphia Orchestra
Noches en los Jardines de España, IMF 8: II. Danza LejanaManuel de Falla, Eugene Ormandy, Philippe Entremont, Philadelphia Orchestra
Noches en los Jardines de España, IMF 8: III. En los Jardines de la Sierra de CórdobaManuel de Falla, Eugene Ormandy, Philippe Entremont, Philadelphia Orchestra
Symphonie sur un chant montagnard français (Symphonie cévenole), Op. 25: I. Assez lentVincent d'Indy, Philippe Entremont, Charles Dutoit, Philharmonia Orchestra
Symphonie sur un chant montagnard français (Symphonie cévenole), Op. 25: II. Assez modéré, mais sans lenteurVincent d'Indy, Philippe Entremont, Charles Dutoit, Philharmonia Orchestra
Symphonie sur un chant montagnard français (Symphonie cévenole), Op. 25: III. AniméVincent d'Indy, Philippe Entremont, Charles Dutoit, Philharmonia Orchestra
Symphonic Variations, FWV 46César Franck, Philippe Entremont, Charles Dutoit, Philharmonia Orchestra
Ballade in F-Sharp Major, Op. 19 (Version for Piano & Orchestra)Gabriel Fauré, Philippe Entremont, Charles Dutoit, Philharmonia Orchestra
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