Immerse yourself in the captivating world of classical piano with Franco Caracciolo's "Emil Gilels Edition Vol.2". This extraordinary album, released on October 23, 2020, under the Profil label, is a testament to Caracciolo's virtuosity and his deep connection with the works of renowned composers.
Spanning an impressive 6 hours and 47 minutes, this extensive collection features a diverse range of pieces, from concertos and sonatas to suites and preludes. The album showcases Caracciolo's technical prowess and emotional depth as he navigates through compositions by a single composer, Emil Gilels. The tracklist includes iconic works such as the Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-flat Minor, Op. 23, the Piano Sonata in C-sharp Minor, Op. 80, and the Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50, among others. Each piece is performed with precision and passion, highlighting Caracciolo's ability to bring out the nuances and complexities of these timeless compositions.
Caracciolo's interpretation of these works is both respectful and innovative, offering a fresh perspective on familiar pieces while remaining true to their original intent. His playing is characterized by a rich, resonant tone and a keen sense of phrasing, making this album a delight for both seasoned classical music enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
"Emil Gilels Edition Vol.2" is not just a collection of performances; it is a celebration of the enduring power of classical music. Franco Caracciolo's artistry shines through in every note, making this album a must-listen for anyone seeking a deeper understanding and appreciation of the piano repertoire.
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Tracks
Concerto No. 1 for Piano and Orchestra in B flat Minor, Op. 23: I. Andante non troppo e molto maestoso – Allegro con spiritoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, U.S.S.R. Radio Symphony Orchestra, Konstantin Ivanov
Concerto No. 1 for Piano and Orchestra in B flat Minor, Op. 23: Ii. Andantino semplicePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, U.S.S.R. Radio Symphony Orchestra, Konstantin Ivanov
Concerto No. 1 for Piano and Orchestra in B flat Minor, Op. 23: Iii. Allegro con fuocoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, U.S.S.R. Radio Symphony Orchestra, Konstantin Ivanov
Concerto No. 1 for Piano and Orchestra in B flat Minor, Op. 23: I. Andante non troppo e molto maestoso – Allegro con spiritoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Fritz Reiner
Concerto No. 1 for Piano and Orchestra in B flat Minor, Op. 23: Ii. Andantino semplicePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Fritz Reiner
Concerto No. 1 for Piano and Orchestra in B flat Minor, Op. 23: Iii. Allegro con fuocoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Fritz Reiner
Concerto No. 2 for Piano and Orchestra in G Major, Op. 44: I. Allegro brillante e molto vivacePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, U.S.S.R. Radio Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Kondrashin
Concerto No. 2 for Piano and Orchestra in G Major, Op. 44: Ii. Andante non troppPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, U.S.S.R. Radio Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Kondrashin
Concerto No. 2 for Piano and Orchestra in G Major, Op. 44: Iii. Allegro con fuocoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, U.S.S.R. Radio Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Kondrashin
Concerto No. 2 for Piano and Orchestra in G Major, Op. 44: I. Allegro brillante e molto vivacePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Andras Korodi, Hungarian State Orchestra
Concerto No. 2 for Piano and Orchestra in G Major, Op. 44: Ii. Andante non troppPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Andras Korodi, Hungarian State Orchestra
Concerto No. 2 for Piano and Orchestra in G Major, Op. 44: Iii. Allegro con fuocoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Andras Korodi, Hungarian State Orchestra
Piano Sonata in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 80: I. Allegro con fuocoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Leonid Kogan, Mstislav Rostropovich, Emil Gilels
Piano Sonata in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 80: Ii. AndantePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Leonid Kogan, Mstislav Rostropovich, Emil Gilels
Piano Sonata in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 80: Iii. Allegro vivoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Leonid Kogan, Mstislav Rostropovich, Emil Gilels
Piano Sonata in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 80: Iv. Allegro vivoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Leonid Kogan, Mstislav Rostropovich, Emil Gilels
Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: I. Pezzo elegiacoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Leonid Kogan, Mstislav Rostropovich, Emil Gilels
Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: Ii. Tema con variazioni - Variazione Finale e codaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Emil Gilels
Six Pieces, Op. 19: I. Rêverie du soir. Andante espressivoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Emil Gilels
Six Pieces, Op. 19: Ii. Scherzo humoristique. Allegro vivacissimoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Emil Gilels
Six Pieces, Op. 19: Iii. Feuillet d’album. Allegretto semplicePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Emil Gilels
Six Pieces, Op. 19: Iv. Nocturne. Andante sentimentalePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Emil Gilels
Six Pieces, Op. 19: V. Capriccioso. Allegretto semplicePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Emil Gilels
Six Pieces, Op. 19: Vi. Thème original et variations. Andante con moroPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Emil Gilels
Six Pieces, Op. 19: I. Rêverie du soir. Andante espressivoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Emil Gilels
Six Pieces, Op. 19: Ii. Scherzo humoristique. Allegro vivacissimoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Emil Gilels
Six Pieces, Op. 19: Iii. Feuillet d’album. Allegretto semplicePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Emil Gilels
Six Pieces, Op. 19: Iv. Nocturne. Andante sentimentalePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Emil Gilels
Six Pieces, Op. 19: V. Capriccioso. Allegretto semplicePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Emil Gilels
Six Pieces, Op. 19: Vi. Thème original et variations. Andante con moroPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Emil Gilels
Concerto No. 3 for Piano and Orchestra in D Minor, Op. 30: I. Allegro ma non tantoSergei Rachmaninoff, USSR State Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Kondrashin
Concerto No. 3 for Piano and Orchestra in D Minor, Op. 30: Ii. Intermezzo. Adagio - Attacca subitoSergei Rachmaninoff, USSR State Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Kondrashin
Concerto No. 3 for Piano and Orchestra in D Minor, Op. 30: Iii. Finale. Alla breveSergei Rachmaninoff, USSR State Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Kondrashin
Concerto No. 4 for Piano and Orchestra in G Minor, Op. 40: Ii. LargoSergei Rachmaninoff, USSR State Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Kondrashin
Concerto No. 4 for Piano and Orchestra in G Minor, Op. 40: Iii. Allegro vivaceSergei Rachmaninoff, USSR State Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Kondrashin
Suite No. 2 for Two Pianos in C Major, Op. 17: I. Introduction. Alla MarciaSergei Rachmaninoff, Yakov Zak
Suite No. 2 for Two Pianos in C Major, Op. 17: Ii. Valse. PrestoSergei Rachmaninoff, Yakov Zak
Suite No. 2 for Two Pianos in C Major, Op. 17: Iii. Romance. AndantinoSergei Rachmaninoff, Yakov Zak
Suite No. 2 for Two Pianos in C Major, Op. 17: Iv. Tarantelle. PrestoSergei Rachmaninoff, Yakov Zak
”polichinelle” No. 4, Op. 3Sergei Rachmaninoff, Emil Gilels, USSR State Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Kondrashin
Moment Musical No. 5 in D-Flat Major, Op. 16Sergei Rachmaninoff, Emil Gilels, USSR State Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Kondrashin
Prelude No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 23Sergei Rachmaninoff, Emil Gilels, USSR State Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Kondrashin
Prelude No. 5 in G Minor, Op. 23Sergei Rachmaninoff, Emil Gilels, USSR State Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Kondrashin
Etude Tableau No. 1 in C Minor Op. 39Sergei Rachmaninoff, Emil Gilels, USSR State Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Kondrashin
Etude Tableau No. 5 in E-Flat Minor, Op. 39Sergei Rachmaninoff, Emil Gilels, USSR State Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Kondrashin
Song “daisies” No. 3, Op. 38Sergei Rachmaninoff, Emil Gilels, USSR State Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Kondrashin
Scherzo from “midsummer Night's Dream”Felix Mendelssohn, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Emil Gilels, USSR State Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Kondrashin
Concerto No. 3 for Piano and Orchestra in D Minor, Op. 30: I. Allegro ma non tantoSergei Rachmaninoff, Emil Gilels, USSR State Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Kondrashin
Concerto No. 3 for Piano and Orchestra in D Minor, Op. 30: Ii. Intermezzo. Adagio - Attacca subitoSergei Rachmaninoff, Emil Gilels, USSR State Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Kondrashin
Concerto No. 3 for Piano and Orchestra in D Minor, Op. 30: Iii. Finale. Alla breveSergei Rachmaninoff, Emil Gilels, USSR State Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Kondrashin
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