Immerse yourself in the timeless brilliance of Sergei Rachmaninoff's piano concertos and the enchanting Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini with the captivating album "Rachmaninoff Live – The Piano Concertos & The Paganini Rhapsody." This extraordinary collection, released on April 26, 2024, by EuroArts Music International, showcases the unparalleled artistry of Mikhail Pletnev and the Rachmaninoff International Orchestra (RIO), conducted by the esteemed Kent Nagano.
Celebrating the 150th anniversary of Rachmaninoff's birth, this album captures the inaugural concert of the newly formed RIO, featuring all four of Rachmaninoff's piano concertos and the Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini. With a total duration of 2 hours and 43 minutes, this live recording is a testament to the enduring power and beauty of Rachmaninoff's compositions.
The album opens with the majestic Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18, followed by the profound Piano Concerto No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 30. It continues with the delicate and melodic "The Lark" by Glinka, arranged by Mily Balkirev, and then delves into the revised versions of Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 1, and Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Minor, Op. 40. The album culminates with the mesmerizing Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43, a piece that showcases Rachmaninoff's virtuosic prowess and inventive genius.
Recorded in Full HD 16:9 with PCM Stereo sound, this album offers a visually and auditorily stunning experience. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Rachmaninoff's works, this album is a must-listen, offering a comprehensive journey through the composer's most celebrated piano concertos and a stunning rhapsody.
Tracks
Rachmaninoff: Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: I. Moderato - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: II. Adagio sostenuto - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: III. Allegro scherzando - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Piano Concerto No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 30: I. Allegro ma non tanto - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Piano Concerto No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 30: II. Intermezzo – Adagio - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Piano Concerto No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 30: III. Finale – Alla breve - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Piano Concerto No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 1 : I. Vivace (1917 Revised Version) - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Piano Concerto No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 1: II. Andante (1917 Revised Version) - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Piano Concerto No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 1 : III. Allegro vivace (1917 Revised Version) - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Minor, Op. 40 : I. Allegro vivace - alla breve (1941 Revised Version) - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Minor, Op. 40 : II. Largo (1941 Revised Version) - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Minor, Op. 40: III. Allegro vivace (1941 Revised Version) - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Introduction. Allegro vivace - Var. 1. Precedente - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Tema. L’istesso tempo - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Var. 2. L’istesso tempo - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Var. 3. L’istesso tempo - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Var. 4. Più vivo - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Var. 5. Tempo precedente - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Var. 6. L'istesso tempo - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Var. 7. Meno mosso, a tempo moderato - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Var. 8. Tempo I - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Var. 9. L’istesso tempo - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Var. 10. L’istesso tempo - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Var. 11. Moderato - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Var. 12. Tempo di minuetto - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Var. 13. Allegro - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Var. 14. L’istesso tempo - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Var. 15. Piú vivo scherzando - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Var. 16. Allegretto - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Var. 17. Allegretto - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Var. 18. Andante cantabile - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Var. 19. A tempo vivace - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Var. 20. Un poco piú vivo - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Var. 21. L’istesso tempo - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Var. 22. Marziale. Un poco piú vivo. Alla breve - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Var. 23. L’istesso tempo - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Var. 24. A tempo un poco meno mosso - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Rachmaninoff International Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, Kent Nagano
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