Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Alexander Glazunov's piano concertos with this captivating album, "Glazunov & Goedicke: Piano Concertos." Released in 1996 under the Hyperion label, this collection features the late-career masterpieces of Glazunov, showcasing his signature lush orchestral textures and lyrical elegance. The album includes his Piano Concerto No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 92, and Piano Concerto No. 2 in B Major, Op. 100, both performed with exquisite skill by Stephen Coombs, accompanied by the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Martyn Brabbins.
In addition to Glazunov's concertos, this album also offers a first recording of Alexander Goedicke's Concertstück in D Major, Op. 11, adding a unique and overlooked gem to your classical music collection. The album spans a total duration of 1 hour and 5 minutes, providing a rich and fulfilling listening experience. Whether you're a longtime fan of Glazunov or a newcomer to his work, this album is a delightful exploration of his romantic and endearing compositions.
Piano Concerto No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 92: I. Allegro moderatoAlexander Glazunov, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Martyn Brabbins, Stephen Coombs
Piano Concerto No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 92: II. Tema con variazioni: a. Theme. Andantino tranquilloAlexander Glazunov, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Martyn Brabbins, Stephen Coombs
Piano Concerto No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 92: II. Tema con variazioni: b. Var. 1Alexander Glazunov, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Martyn Brabbins, Stephen Coombs
Piano Concerto No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 92: II. Tema con variazioni: c. Var. 2. Chromatica. AndantinoAlexander Glazunov, Stephen Coombs, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Martyn Brabbins
Piano Concerto No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 92: II. Tema con variazioni: d. Var. 3. Eroica. Allegro moderatoAlexander Glazunov, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Martyn Brabbins, Stephen Coombs
Piano Concerto No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 92: II. Tema con variazioni: e. Var. 4. Lyrica. AdagioAlexander Glazunov, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Martyn Brabbins, Stephen Coombs
Piano Concerto No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 92: II. Tema con variazioni: f. Var. 5. Intermezzo. AllegroAlexander Glazunov, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Stephen Coombs
Piano Concerto No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 92: II. Tema con variazioni: g. Var. 6. Quasi una fantasia. LentoAlexander Glazunov, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Stephen Coombs
Piano Concerto No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 92: II. Tema con variazioni: h. Var. 7. Mazurka. AllegrettoAlexander Glazunov, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Martyn Brabbins, Stephen Coombs
Piano Concerto No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 92: II. Tema con variazioni: i. Var. 8. Scherzo. Allegro ma non troppoAlexander Glazunov, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Martyn Brabbins, Stephen Coombs
Piano Concerto No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 92: II. Tema con variazioni: j. Var. 9. Finale. Allegro moderatoAlexander Glazunov, Martyn Brabbins, Stephen Coombs, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra
Piano Concerto No. 2 in B Major, Op. 100: I. Andante sostenuto – Allegro – Più moderatoAlexander Glazunov, Martyn Brabbins, Stephen Coombs, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra
Piano Concerto No. 2 in B Major, Op. 100: II. Andante – Moderato tranquilloAlexander Glazunov, Martyn Brabbins, Stephen Coombs, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra
Piano Concerto No. 2 in B Major, Op. 100: III. Allegro – Allegretto scherzando – Allegro moderato – Con motoAlexander Glazunov, Martyn Brabbins, Stephen Coombs, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra
Concertstück in D Major, Op. 11Alexander Goedicke, Martyn Brabbins, Stephen Coombs, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra