Immerse yourself in the world of Sergei Rachmaninoff with this captivating album, released on September 30, 2018, under the Cascavelle label. This collection showcases Rachmaninoff's extraordinary prowess as a composer and pianist, offering a rich tapestry of his most celebrated works.
The album opens with a live performance of Rachmaninoff's monumental Piano Concerto No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 30, a piece renowned for its technical demanding and profound emotional depth. Following this, you'll find a selection of his enchanting Preludes, including the serene Prelude No. 5 in G Major from Op. 32 and the introspective Prelude No. 12 in G-Sharp Minor. The album also features the complete Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 36, a work that beautifully balances passion and introspection.
Rachmaninoff's Etudes-Tableaux, Op. 39, are another highlight, offering a series of evocative character pieces that display his mastery of piano composition. The album also includes a bonus track, the Etude for the Left Hand in A-Flat Major, Op. 36, composed by Alexander Nikolayevich Skryabin, providing a delightful contrast to Rachmaninoff's works.
With a total runtime of over two hours, this album is a comprehensive exploration of Rachmaninoff's musical genius. Whether you're a longtime fan or a newcomer to his work, this collection is sure to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
Piano Concerto No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 30: I. Allegro ma non tanto - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Nelson Goerner, Vassily Sinaisky, BBC Philharmonic
Piano Concerto No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 30: II. Intermezzo. Adagio - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Nelson Goerner, Vassily Sinaisky, BBC Philharmonic
Piano Concerto No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 30: III. Finale. Alla breve - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Nelson Goerner, Vassily Sinaisky, BBC Philharmonic
13 Preludes, Op. 32: No. 5 in G Major. ModeratoSergei Rachmaninoff, Nelson Goerner
13 Preludes, Op. 32: No. 12 in G-Sharp Minor. AllegroSergei Rachmaninoff, Nelson Goerner
10 Preludes, Op. 23: No. 2 in B-Flat Major. MaestosoSergei Rachmaninoff, Nelson Goerner
Etude for the Left Hand in A-Flat Major, Op. 36Felix Blumenfeld, Nelson Goerner
Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 36: I. Allegro agitatoSergei Rachmaninoff, Nelson Goerner
Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 36: II. Non allegro. LentoSergei Rachmaninoff, Nelson Goerner
Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 36: III. Allegro moltoSergei Rachmaninoff, Nelson Goerner
Le songe d'une nuit d'été, Op. 61, MWV M 13: I. ScherzoFelix Mendelssohn, Nelson Goerner
12 Romances, Op. 21: No. 5 LilacsSergei Rachmaninoff, Nelson Goerner
6 Romances, Op. 38: No. 3 MargueritesSergei Rachmaninoff, Nelson Goerner
Etudes-Tableaux, Op. 39: No. 1 in C Minor. Allegro agitatoSergei Rachmaninoff, Nelson Goerner
Etudes-Tableaux, Op. 39: No. 2 in A Minor. Lento assaiSergei Rachmaninoff, Nelson Goerner
Etudes-Tableaux, Op. 39: No. 3 in F-Sharp Minor. Allegro moltoSergei Rachmaninoff, Nelson Goerner
Etudes-Tableaux, Op. 39: No. 4 in B Minor. Allegro assaiSergei Rachmaninoff, Nelson Goerner
Etudes-Tableaux, Op. 39: No. 5 in E-Flat Minor. AppassionatoSergei Rachmaninoff, Nelson Goerner
Etudes-Tableaux, Op. 39: No. 6 in A Minor. AllegroSergei Rachmaninoff, Nelson Goerner
Etudes-Tableaux, Op. 39: No. 7 in C Minor. Lento lugubreSergei Rachmaninoff, Nelson Goerner
Etudes-Tableaux, Op. 39: No. 8 in D Minor. Allegro moderatoSergei Rachmaninoff, Nelson Goerner
Etudes-Tableaux, Op. 39: No. 9 in D Major. Allegro moderato. Tempo di marciaSergei Rachmaninoff, Nelson Goerner
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