Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Sergei Rachmaninoff's masterful compositions with this captivating live album. Recorded on January 1, 2005, and released under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label, this collection showcases Rachmaninoff's unparalleled prowess as a pianist and composer. The album features a stunning performance of his Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18, a piece celebrated for its dramatic intensity and lyrical beauty. The concerto is followed by the enchanting Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43, a virtuosic display of 24 variations that highlight Rachmaninoff's inventive genius. The album concludes with the Prelude in G Minor, Op. 23, No. 5, offering a poignant and reflective finale. With a total duration of 1 hour and 4 minutes, this album is a testament to Rachmaninoff's enduring legacy in the classical piano repertoire.
Tracks
Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: I. Moderato - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Lang Lang, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: II. Adagio sostenuto - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Lang Lang, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: III. Allegro scherzando - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Lang Lang, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Introduction - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Lang Lang, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation No. 1 - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Lang Lang, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Theme - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Lang Lang, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation No. 2 - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Lang Lang, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation No. 3 - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Lang Lang, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation No. 4 - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Lang Lang, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation No. 5 - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Lang Lang, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation No. 6 - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Lang Lang, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation No. 7 - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Lang Lang, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation No. 8 - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Lang Lang, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation No. 9 - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Lang Lang, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation No. 10 - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Lang Lang, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation No. 11 - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Lang Lang, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation No. 12 - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Lang Lang, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation No. 13 - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Lang Lang, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation No. 14 - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Lang Lang, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation No. 15 - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Lang Lang, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation No. 16 - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Lang Lang, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation No. 17 - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Lang Lang, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation No. 18 - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Lang Lang, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation No. 19 - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Lang Lang, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation No. 20 - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Lang Lang, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation No. 21 - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Lang Lang, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation No. 22 - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Lang Lang, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation No. 23 - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Lang Lang, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation No. 24 - LiveSergei Rachmaninoff, Lang Lang, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Prelude in G Minor, Op. 23, No. 5: Alla marciaSergei Rachmaninoff, Lang Lang
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