Immerse yourself in the profound and evocative world of Sergei Rachmaninoff with this comprehensive collection of his most celebrated piano works. Released on January 1, 2002, under the Warner Classics label, this album spans a generous three hours and eighteen minutes, offering a deep dive into the composer's intricate and expressive compositions.
The album features Rachmaninoff's complete Piano Sonatas, including both the original and revised versions of his Second Sonata, showcasing his evolution as a composer. The collection also includes his two sets of Preludes, Op. 23 and Op. 32, which are renowned for their lyrical beauty and technical brilliance. Additionally, the album presents his Études-Tableaux from Op. 33 and Op. 39, which are not just technical studies but also vivid musical paintings, each conveying a specific mood or scene.
Complementing these are the three Nocturnes, offering a serene and introspective contrast, and the Variations on a Theme of Corelli, Op. 42, demonstrating Rachmaninoff's mastery of form and variation. Each piece is a testament to Rachmaninoff's unique ability to blend technical virtuosity with deep emotional resonance, making this album an essential exploration of one of the most significant composers of the late Romantic and early modern eras. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Rachmaninoff's work, this album promises a rich and rewarding listening experience.
Tracks
Rachmaninov: 10 Preludes, Op. 23: No. 1 in F-Sharp MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 10 Preludes, Op. 23: No. 2 in B-Flat MajorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 10 Preludes, Op. 23: No. 3 in D MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 10 Preludes, Op. 23: No. 4 in D MajorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 10 Preludes, Op. 23: No. 5 in G MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 10 Preludes, Op. 23: No. 6 in E-Flat MajorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 10 Preludes, Op. 23: No. 7 in C MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 10 Preludes, Op. 23: No. 8 in A-Flat MajorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 10 Preludes, Op. 23: No. 9 in E-Flat MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 10 Preludes, Op. 23: No. 10 in G-Flat MajorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 13 Preludes, Op. 32: No. 1 in C MajorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 13 Preludes, Op. 32: No. 2 in B-Flat MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 13 Preludes, Op. 32: No. 3 in E MajorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 13 Preludes, Op. 32: No. 4 in E MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 13 Preludes, Op. 32: No. 5 in G MajorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 13 Preludes, Op. 32: No. 6 in F MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 13 Preludes, Op. 32: No. 7 in F MajorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 13 Preludes, Op. 32: No. 8 in A MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 13 Preludes, Op. 32: No. 9 in A MajorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 13 Preludes, Op. 32: No. 10 in B MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 13 Preludes, Op. 32: No. 11 in B MajorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 13 Preludes, Op. 32: No. 12 in G-Sharp MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 13 Preludes, Op. 32: No. 13 in D-Flat MajorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: Piano Sonata No. 1 in D Minor, Op. 28: I. Allegro moderatoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: Piano Sonata No. 1 in D Minor, Op. 28: II. LentoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: Piano Sonata No. 1 in D Minor, Op. 28: III. Allegro moltoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 36: I. Allegro agitato (Revised 1931 Version)Sergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 36: II. Non allegro - Lento (Revised 1931 Version)Sergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 36: III. Allegro molto (Revised 1931 Version)Sergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 3 Nocturnes: No. 1 in F-Sharp MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 3 Nocturnes: No. 2 in F MajorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 3 Nocturnes: No. 3 in C MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 8 Études-Tableaux, Op. 33: No. 1 in F MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 8 Études-Tableaux, Op. 33: No. 2 in C MajorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 8 Études-Tableaux, Op. 33: No. 3 in C MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 8 Études-Tableaux, Op. 33: No. 4 in D MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 8 Études-Tableaux, Op. 33: No. 5 in E-Flat MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 8 Études-Tableaux, Op. 33: No. 6 in E-Flat MajorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 8 Études-Tableaux, Op. 33: No. 7 in G MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: 8 Études-Tableaux, Op. 33: No. 8 in C-Sharp MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: Études-Tableaux, Op. 39: No. 1 in C MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: Études-Tableaux, Op. 39: No. 2 in A MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: Études-Tableaux, Op. 39: No. 3 in F-Sharp MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: Études-Tableaux, Op. 39: No. 4 in B MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: Études-Tableaux, Op. 39: No. 5 in E-Flat MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: Études-Tableaux, Op. 39: No. 6 in A MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: Études-Tableaux, Op. 39: No. 7 in C MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: Études-Tableaux, Op. 39: No. 8 in D MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: Études-Tableaux, Op. 39: No. 9 in D MajorSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: Variations on a Theme of Corelli, Op. 42: Theme. AndanteSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon
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