Piano Concertos nos. 1 & 4 / Rhapsody on a Theme by Paganini

Album by Sergei Vasilievich Rachmaninoff & Philippe Entremont & The Philadelphia Orchestra & Eugene Ormandy

Rachmaninov's Piano Concertos Nos. 1 and 4, along with the Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, are significant works in the classical piano repertoire. These compositions showcase Rachmaninov's virtuosic piano writing and his ability to blend lyrical melodies with complex harmonies, reflecting his late Romantic style.
First released: 1991

Tracklist

  1. 1.
    Concerto for Piano and Orchestra no. 1 in F sharp minor, op. 1 : I. Vivace
    12:24
  2. 2.
    Concerto for Piano and Orchestra no. 1 in F sharp minor, op. 1: II. Andante
    5:44
  3. 3.
    Concerto for Piano and Orchestra no. 1 in F sharp minor, op. 1: III. Allegro vivace
    7:27
  4. 4.
    Concerto for Piano and Orchestra no. 4 in G minor, op. 40: I. Allegro vivace
    9:51
  5. 5.
    Concerto for Piano and Orchestra no. 4 in G minor, op. 40: II. Largo - attacca subito
    6:57
  6. 6.
    Concerto for Piano and Orchestra no. 4 in G minor, op. 40: III. Allegro vivace
    9:06
  7. 7.
    Rhapsody on a Theme by Paganini
    21:51

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