Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Sergei Rachmaninoff's piano concertos with this comprehensive collection, released on September 3, 2012, by Warner Classics. Spanning a total of two hours and five minutes, this album features all four of Rachmaninoff's piano concertos, each a masterpiece in its own right. From the dramatic intensity of the Piano Concerto No. 1 in F-Sharp Minor to the grandeur of the Piano Concerto No. 3 in D Minor, often considered one of the most challenging works in the piano concerto repertoire, this collection showcases Rachmaninoff's extraordinary compositional prowess and emotional depth. The Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, with its famous second movement, and the lesser-known but equally compelling Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Minor round out this remarkable journey through Rachmaninoff's musical genius. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers an unforgettable exploration of one of the most influential composers of the 20th century.
Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 1 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 1: I. VivaceSergei Rachmaninoff, Leif Ove Andsnes, Antonio Pappano, Berliner Philharmoniker
Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 1 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 1: II. AndanteSergei Rachmaninoff, Leif Ove Andsnes, Antonio Pappano, Berliner Philharmoniker
Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 1 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 1: III. Allegro vivaceSergei Rachmaninoff, Leif Ove Andsnes, Antonio Pappano, Berliner Philharmoniker
Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: I. ModeratoSergei Rachmaninoff, Leif Ove Andsnes, Antonio Pappano, Berliner Philharmoniker
Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: II. Adagio sostenutoSergei Rachmaninoff, Leif Ove Andsnes, Antonio Pappano, Berliner Philharmoniker
Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: III. Allegro scherzandoSergei Rachmaninoff, Leif Ove Andsnes, Antonio Pappano, Berliner Philharmoniker
Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 30: I. Allegro ma non tantoSergei Rachmaninoff, Leif Ove Andsnes, London Symphony Orchestra, Antonio Pappano
Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 30: II. Intermezzo. AdagioSergei Rachmaninoff, Leif Ove Andsnes, London Symphony Orchestra, Antonio Pappano
Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 30: III. Finale. Alla breveSergei Rachmaninoff, Leif Ove Andsnes, London Symphony Orchestra, Antonio Pappano
Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Minor, Op. 40: I. Allegro vivace. Alla breveSergei Rachmaninoff, Leif Ove Andsnes, London Symphony Orchestra, Antonio Pappano
Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Minor, Op. 40: II. LargoSergei Rachmaninoff, Leif Ove Andsnes, London Symphony Orchestra, Antonio Pappano
Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Minor, Op. 40: III. Allegro vivaceSergei Rachmaninoff, Leif Ove Andsnes, London Symphony Orchestra, Antonio Pappano