Evgeny Kissin's "The Complete Concerto Recordings" is a monumental collection of piano concertos that showcases the extraordinary talent and artistry of one of the most celebrated pianists of our time. Released on January 1, 1988, under the prestigious RCA Red Seal label, this album spans a impressive 4 hours and 47 minutes, offering a comprehensive journey through the classical piano repertoire.
The album features a diverse selection of works by some of the most revered composers in classical music, including Mozart, Haydn, Chopin, Beethoven, Brahms, and Tchaikovsky. Evgeny Kissin's technical brilliance and profound musicality shine through in each performance, from the delicate nuances of Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 20 in D Minor to the thunderous power of Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 5 in E-Flat Major, "Emperor."
Kissin's interpretations are marked by a rare combination of precision, passion, and poetic sensitivity. His playing is both virtuosic and deeply expressive, revealing the emotional depth and structural complexity of each concerto. Whether he is tackling the intricate rhythms of Chopin's Piano Concerto No. 1 in C Minor or the lyrical beauty of Brahms' Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Kissin's performances are nothing short of transcendent.
This collection is not just a testament to Evgeny Kissin's extraordinary skill as a pianist but also a celebration of the rich heritage of classical piano concertos. It is a must-listen for anyone who appreciates the artistry and mastery of one of the greatest pianists of our time.
Tracks
Piano Concerto No. 20 in D Minor, K.466: AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Evgeny Kissin, Vladimir Spivakov, Moscow Virtuosi
Piano Concerto No. 20 in D Minor, K.466: RomanceWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Evgeny Kissin, Vladimir Spivakov, Moscow Virtuosi
Piano Concerto No. 20 in D Minor, K.466: Rondo: Allegro assaiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Evgeny Kissin, Vladimir Spivakov, Moscow Virtuosi
Rondo in D Major, K.382: Rondo in D Major, K.382: Allegretto graziosoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Evgeny Kissin, Vladimir Spivakov, Moscow Virtuosi
Piano Concerto No. 12 in A Major, K. 414: I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Evgeny Kissin, Moscow Virtuosi, Vladimir Spivakov
Piano Concerto No. 12 in A Major, K. 414: II. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Evgeny Kissin, Moscow Virtuosi, Vladimir Spivakov
Piano Concerto No. 12 in A Major, K. 414: III. AllegrettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Evgeny Kissin, Moscow Virtuosi, Vladimir Spivakov
Piano Concerto in D, Hob. XVIII:11: I. VivaceJoseph Haydn, Evgeny Kissin, Moscow Virtuosi, Vladimir Spivakov
Piano Concerto in D, Hob. XVIII:11: II. Un poco adagioJoseph Haydn, Evgeny Kissin, Moscow Virtuosi, Vladimir Spivakov
Piano Concerto in D, Hob. XVIII:11: III. Rondo all'ungherese: Allegro assaiJoseph Haydn, Evgeny Kissin, Moscow Virtuosi, Vladimir Spivakov
Piano Concerto No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 35: I. Allegro moderatoDmitri Shostakovich, Evgeny Kissin, Vassili Kan, Moscow Virtuosi, Vladimir Spivakov
Piano Concerto No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 35: II. LentoDmitri Shostakovich, Evgeny Kissin, Vassili Kan, Moscow Virtuosi, Vladimir Spivakov
Piano Concerto No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 35: III. ModeratoDmitri Shostakovich, Evgeny Kissin, Vassili Kan, Moscow Virtuosi, Vladimir Spivakov
Piano Concerto No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 35: IV. Allegro con brioDmitri Shostakovich, Evgeny Kissin, Vassili Kan, Moscow Virtuosi, Vladimir Spivakov
Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 54: I. Allegro affettuosoRobert Schumann, Evgeny Kissin, Carlo Maria Giulini, Wiener Philharmoniker
Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 54: II. Intermezzo. Andantino graziosoRobert Schumann, Evgeny Kissin, Carlo Maria Giulini, Wiener Philharmoniker
Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 54: III. Allegro vivaceRobert Schumann, Evgeny Kissin, Carlo Maria Giulini, Wiener Philharmoniker
Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 19: I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Evgeny Kissin, James Levine, Philharmonia Orchestra
Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 19: II. AdagioLudwig van Beethoven, Evgeny Kissin, James Levine, Philharmonia Orchestra
Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 19: III. Rondo. Molto allegroLudwig van Beethoven, Evgeny Kissin, James Levine, Philharmonia Orchestra
Piano Concerto No. 5 in E-Flat Major, Op. 73 "Emperor": I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Evgeny Kissin, James Levine, Philharmonia Orchestra
Piano Concerto No. 5 in E-Flat Major, Op. 73 "Emperor": II. Adagio un poco mossoLudwig van Beethoven, Evgeny Kissin, James Levine, Philharmonia Orchestra
Piano Concerto No. 5 in E-Flat Major, Op. 73 "Emperor": III. Rondo. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Evgeny Kissin, James Levine, Philharmonia Orchestra
Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: Moderato - AllegroSergei Rachmaninoff, Evgeny Kissin, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: Adagio sostenutoSergei Rachmaninoff, Evgeny Kissin, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: Allegro scherzandoSergei Rachmaninoff, Evgeny Kissin, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Piano Concerto No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 30: Allegro ma non tantoSergei Rachmaninoff, Evgeny Kissin, Seiji Ozawa, Boston Symphony Orchestra
Piano Concerto No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 30: Intermezzo: AdagioSergei Rachmaninoff, Evgeny Kissin, Seiji Ozawa
Piano Concerto No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 30: L' istesso tempo - Finale: Alla breveSergei Rachmaninoff, Evgeny Kissin, Seiji Ozawa, Boston Symphony Orchestra
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