Immerse yourself in the extraordinary talent of Evgeny Kissin with "The Complete Concerto Recordings," a monumental collection released in 1988 on RCA Red Seal. This extensive album spans nearly five hours, showcasing Kissin's virtuosity and deep musical insight through a diverse range of piano concertos.
The album features a stunning array of compositions by some of the most revered names in classical music. From Mozart's iconic Piano Concerto No. 20 in D Minor, K.466, to Beethoven's powerful Piano Concerto No. 5 in E-Flat Major, Op. 73 "Emperor," each piece is performed with a level of precision and passion that only Evgeny Kissin can deliver. The collection also includes works by Tchaikovsky, Chopin, Haydn, and Prokofiev, offering a comprehensive journey through the evolution of the piano concerto.
Evgeny Kissin, born in Moscow in 1971, began playing the piano at the age of two and made his concerto debut at just ten years old with Mozart's Piano Concerto K. 466. His prodigious talent has since taken him to the world's most prestigious stages, including a memorable performance of Tchaikovsky's Piano Concerto No. 1 with the Berlin Philharmonic under the baton of Herbert von Karajan.
This album is a testament to Kissin's artistry, capturing the essence of his live performances and studio recordings. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "The Complete Concerto Recordings" offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience the genius of Evgeny Kissin.
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Tracks
Piano Concerto No. 20 in D Minor, K.466: AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Evgeny Kissin, Vladimir Spivakov, Moscow Virtuosi
Piano Concerto No. 20 in D Minor, K.466: RomanceWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Evgeny Kissin, Vladimir Spivakov, Moscow Virtuosi
Piano Concerto No. 20 in D Minor, K.466: Rondo: Allegro assaiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Evgeny Kissin, Vladimir Spivakov, Moscow Virtuosi
Rondo in D Major, K.382: Rondo in D Major, K.382: Allegretto graziosoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Evgeny Kissin, Vladimir Spivakov, Moscow Virtuosi
Piano Concerto No. 12 in A Major, K. 414: I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Evgeny Kissin, Moscow Virtuosi, Vladimir Spivakov
Piano Concerto No. 12 in A Major, K. 414: II. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Evgeny Kissin, Moscow Virtuosi, Vladimir Spivakov
Piano Concerto No. 12 in A Major, K. 414: III. AllegrettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Evgeny Kissin, Moscow Virtuosi, Vladimir Spivakov
Piano Concerto in D, Hob. XVIII:11: I. VivaceJoseph Haydn, Evgeny Kissin, Moscow Virtuosi, Vladimir Spivakov
Piano Concerto in D, Hob. XVIII:11: II. Un poco adagioJoseph Haydn, Evgeny Kissin, Moscow Virtuosi, Vladimir Spivakov
Piano Concerto in D, Hob. XVIII:11: III. Rondo all'ungherese: Allegro assaiJoseph Haydn, Evgeny Kissin, Moscow Virtuosi, Vladimir Spivakov
Piano Concerto No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 35: I. Allegro moderatoDmitri Shostakovich, Evgeny Kissin, Vassili Kan, Moscow Virtuosi, Vladimir Spivakov
Piano Concerto No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 35: II. LentoDmitri Shostakovich, Evgeny Kissin, Vassili Kan, Moscow Virtuosi, Vladimir Spivakov
Piano Concerto No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 35: III. ModeratoDmitri Shostakovich, Evgeny Kissin, Vassili Kan, Moscow Virtuosi, Vladimir Spivakov
Piano Concerto No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 35: IV. Allegro con brioDmitri Shostakovich, Evgeny Kissin, Vassili Kan, Moscow Virtuosi, Vladimir Spivakov
Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 54: I. Allegro affettuosoRobert Schumann, Evgeny Kissin, Carlo Maria Giulini, Wiener Philharmoniker
Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 54: II. Intermezzo. Andantino graziosoRobert Schumann, Evgeny Kissin, Carlo Maria Giulini, Wiener Philharmoniker
Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 54: III. Allegro vivaceRobert Schumann, Evgeny Kissin, Carlo Maria Giulini, Wiener Philharmoniker
Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 19: I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Evgeny Kissin, James Levine, Philharmonia Orchestra
Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 19: II. AdagioLudwig van Beethoven, Evgeny Kissin, James Levine, Philharmonia Orchestra
Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 19: III. Rondo. Molto allegroLudwig van Beethoven, Evgeny Kissin, James Levine, Philharmonia Orchestra
Piano Concerto No. 5 in E-Flat Major, Op. 73 "Emperor": I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Evgeny Kissin, James Levine, Philharmonia Orchestra
Piano Concerto No. 5 in E-Flat Major, Op. 73 "Emperor": II. Adagio un poco mossoLudwig van Beethoven, Evgeny Kissin, James Levine, Philharmonia Orchestra
Piano Concerto No. 5 in E-Flat Major, Op. 73 "Emperor": III. Rondo. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Evgeny Kissin, James Levine, Philharmonia Orchestra
Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: Moderato - AllegroSergei Rachmaninoff, Evgeny Kissin, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: Adagio sostenutoSergei Rachmaninoff, Evgeny Kissin, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: Allegro scherzandoSergei Rachmaninoff, Evgeny Kissin, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Piano Concerto No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 30: Allegro ma non tantoSergei Rachmaninoff, Evgeny Kissin, Seiji Ozawa, Boston Symphony Orchestra
Piano Concerto No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 30: Intermezzo: AdagioSergei Rachmaninoff, Evgeny Kissin, Seiji Ozawa
Piano Concerto No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 30: L' istesso tempo - Finale: Alla breveSergei Rachmaninoff, Evgeny Kissin, Seiji Ozawa, Boston Symphony Orchestra
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