Celebrate the extraordinary musical prowess of John Ogdon with the "John Ogdon - 70th Anniversary Edition," a meticulously curated collection released on July 2, 2007, under the prestigious Warner Classics label. This limited edition box set, originally broadcast on BBC Radio 3, spans six CDs and offers a comprehensive journey through Ogdon's virtuoso performances, showcasing his unparalleled mastery of the piano.
The album is a treasure trove of classical masterpieces, featuring iconic works by Rachmaninov, Tchaikovsky, Franck, Liszt, and Bartók, among others. From the sweeping grandeur of Rachmaninov's Piano Concerto No. 2 and the intricate variations of his Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini to the lyrical beauty of Tchaikovsky's Piano Concerto No. 1, each piece is a testament to Ogdon's technical brilliance and deep emotional resonance.
With a total duration of over three hours, this collection is a must-listen for classical music enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Whether you're drawn to the dramatic intensity of Bartók's Piano Concerto No. 1 or the delicate nuances of Fauré's Ballade for Piano and Orchestra, Ogdon's interpretations are sure to captivate and inspire. This anniversary edition is not just a tribute to a legendary pianist but also a celebration of the timeless beauty of classical music.
Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: I. ModeratoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard, Philharmonia Orchestra
Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: II. Adagio sostenutoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard
Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: III. Allegro scherzandoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard, Philharmonia Orchestra
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Introduction. Allegro vivaceSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard, Philharmonia Orchestra
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation I. PrecedenteSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard, Philharmonia Orchestra
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Theme. L'istesso tempoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation II. L'istesso tempoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation III. L'istesso tempoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation IV. Più vivoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard, Philharmonia Orchestra
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation V. Tempo precedenteSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation VI. L'istesso tempoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard, Philharmonia Orchestra
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation VII. Meno mosso, a tempo moderatoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard, Philharmonia Orchestra
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation VIII. Tempo ISergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation IX. L'istesso tempoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard, Philharmonia Orchestra
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation X. Poco marcatoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XI. ModeratoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard, Philharmonia Orchestra
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XII. Tempo di minuettoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard, Philharmonia Orchestra
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XIII. AllegroSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard, Philharmonia Orchestra
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XIV. L'istesso tempoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XV. Più vivo, scherzandoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XVI. AllegrettoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard, Philharmonia Orchestra
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XVII. AllegrettoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard, Philharmonia Orchestra
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XVIII. Andante cantabileSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard, Philharmonia Orchestra
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XIX. A tempo vivaceSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XX. Un poco più vivoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XXI. Un poco più vivoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard, Philharmonia Orchestra
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XXII. Un poco più vivo. Alla breveSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard, Philharmonia Orchestra
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XXIII. L'istesso tempoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard, Philharmonia Orchestra
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XXIV. A tempo un poco meno mossoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard
Fauré: Ballade for Piano and Orchestra, Op. 19Gabriel Fauré, John Ogdon, Louis Frémaux, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
Scherzo from Concerto symphonique No. 4 in D minor Op. 102Henry Litolff, John Ogdon, Louis Frémaux, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 23: I. Allegro non troppo e molto maestoso - Allegro con spiritoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, John Ogdon, Sir John Barbirolli, Philharmonia Orchestra
Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 23: II. Andantino semplice - PrestissimoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, John Ogdon, Sir John Barbirolli, Philharmonia Orchestra
Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 23: III. Allegro con fuocoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, John Ogdon, Sir John Barbirolli, Philharmonia Orchestra
Franck: Symphonic Variations for Piano and Orchestra, FWV 46: I. Poco allegroCésar Franck, John Ogdon, Sir John Barbirolli, Philharmonia Orchestra
Franck: Symphonic Variations for Piano and Orchestra, FWV 46: II. Allegretto quasi andanteCésar Franck, John Ogdon, Sir John Barbirolli, Philharmonia Orchestra
Franck: Symphonic Variations for Piano and Orchestra, FWV 46: III. Molto piu lentoCésar Franck, John Ogdon, Sir John Barbirolli, Philharmonia Orchestra
Franck: Symphonic Variations for Piano and Orchestra, FWV 46: IV. Allegro non troppoCésar Franck, John Ogdon, Sir John Barbirolli, Philharmonia Orchestra
Hungarian Fantasia S123 (2007 - Remaster): Andante mesto -Franz Liszt, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard, Philharmonia Orchestra
Hungarian Fantasia S123 (2007 - Remaster): Allegro eroico -Franz Liszt, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard, Philharmonia Orchestra
Hungarian Fantasia S123 (2007 - Remaster): Molto adagio, quasi fantasia -Franz Liszt, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard, Philharmonia Orchestra
Hungarian Fantasia S123 (2007 - Remaster): Allegretto alla Zingarese -Franz Liszt, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard, Philharmonia Orchestra
Hungarian Fantasia S123 (2007 - Remaster): Vivace assaiFranz Liszt, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard, Philharmonia Orchestra
Rhapsodie espagnole S254 (2007 - Remaster): Lento -Franz Liszt, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard, Philharmonia Orchestra
Rhapsodie espagnole S254 (2007 - Remaster): Andante moderato (Folies d'Espagne) -Franz Liszt, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard, Philharmonia Orchestra
Rhapsodie espagnole S254 (2007 - Remaster): Allegro (Jota aragonese) -Franz Liszt, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard, Philharmonia Orchestra
Rhapsodie espagnole S254 (2007 - Remaster): Non troppo allegroFranz Liszt, John Ogdon, Sir John Pritchard, Philharmonia Orchestra
Bartók: Piano Concerto No. 1, Sz. 83: I. Allegro moderato - AllegroBéla Bartók, John Ogdon, Sir Malcolm Sargent, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Bartók: Piano Concerto No. 1, Sz. 83: II. AndanteBéla Bartók, John Ogdon, Sir Malcolm Sargent, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Bartók: Piano Concerto No. 1, Sz. 83: III. Allegro moltoBéla Bartók, John Ogdon, Sir Malcolm Sargent, New Philharmonia Orchestra
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