Immerse yourself in the profound and evocative world of Sergei Rachmaninoff with this comprehensive collection of his greatest solo piano works. Released in 2001 by Nimbus Records, this album spans an impressive three hours and fifty-five minutes, offering a deep dive into the composer's virtuoso compositions.
The album features a stunning array of Rachmaninoff's most celebrated pieces, including the powerful Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 36, the intricate Variations on a Theme of Corelli, Op. 42, and the dazzling Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43. Each track showcases Rachmaninoff's mastery of the piano, blending technical brilliance with deep emotional resonance.
Performances are brought to life by the incomparable Howard Shelley, whose nuanced interpretations and technical prowess bring out the full depth and richness of Rachmaninoff's compositions. The album also includes contributions from the Royal Scottish National Orchestra, conducted by Bryden Thomson, adding a symphonic depth to the solo piano works.
From the hauntingly beautiful Etudes-Tableaux to the dynamic Ten Preludes and Thirteen Preludes, this collection offers a comprehensive journey through Rachmaninoff's solo piano repertoire. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Rachmaninoff's work, this album provides a rich and rewarding listening experience.
(C) 2001 Nimbus Records Limited
Tracks
Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 36: I. AllegroSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 36: II. Non allegro - LentoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 36: III. Allegro moltoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Variations on a Theme of Corelli, Op. 42Sergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43Sergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Etudes-Tableaux, Op. 33: No. 1 in F Minor. Allegro non troppoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Etudes-Tableaux, Op. 33: No. 2 in C Major. AllegroSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Etudes-Tableaux, Op. 33: No. 3 in C Minor. GraveSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Etudes-Tableaux, Op. 33: No. 5 in D Minor. ModeratoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Etudes-Tableaux, Op. 33: No. 6 in E-Flat Minor. Non AllegroSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Etudes-Tableaux, Op. 33: No. 7 in E-Flat Major. Allegro con fuocoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Etudes-Tableaux, Op. 33: No. 8 in G Minor. ModeratoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Etudes-Tableaux, Op. 33: No. 9 in C-Sharp Minor. GraveSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Etudes-Tableaux, Op. 39: No. 1 in C Minor. Allegro agitatoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Etudes-Tableaux, Op. 39: No. 2 in A Minor. Lento assaiSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Etudes-Tableaux, Op. 39: No. 3 in F Sharp-Minor. Allegro moltoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Etudes-Tableaux, Op. 39: No. 4 in B Minor. Allegro assaiSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Etudes-Tableaux, Op. 39: No. 5 in E-Flat Minor. AppassionatoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Etudes-Tableaux, Op. 39: No. 6 in A Minor. AllegroSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Etudes-Tableaux, Op. 39: No. 7 in C Minor. LentoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Etudes-Tableaux, Op. 39: No. 8 in D Minor. Allegro moderatoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Etudes-Tableaux, Op. 39: No. 9 in D Major. Allegro moderatoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Ten Preludes, Op. 23: No. 1 in F-Sharp Minor. LentoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Ten Preludes, Op. 23: No. 2 in B-Flat Major. MaestosoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Ten Preludes, Op. 23: No. 3 in D Minor. Tempo di minuettoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Ten Preludes, Op. 23: No. 4 in D Major. Andante cantabileSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Ten Preludes, Op. 23: No. 5 in G Minor. Alla marciaSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Ten Preludes, Op. 23: No. 6 in E-Flat Major. AndanteSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Ten Preludes, Op. 23: No. 7 in C Minor. AllegroSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Ten Preludes, Op. 23: No. 8 in A-Flat Major. Allegro vivaceSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Ten Preludes, Op. 23: No. 9 in E-Flat Minor. PrestoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Ten Preludes, Op. 23: No. 10 in G-Flat Major. LargoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Thirteen Preludes, Op. 32: No. 1 in C Major. Allegro vivaceSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Thirteen Preludes, Op. 32: No. 2 in B-Flat Minor. AllegrettoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Thirteen Preludes, Op. 32: No. 3 in E Major. Allegro vivaceSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Thirteen Preludes, Op. 32: No. 4 in E Minor. Allegro con brioSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Thirteen Preludes, Op. 32: No. 5 in G Major. ModeratoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Thirteen Preludes, Op. 32: No. 6 in F Minor. Allegro appassionatoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Thirteen Preludes, Op. 32: No. 7 in F Major - ModeratoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Thirteen Preludes, Op. 32: No. 8 in A Minor. VivoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Thirteen Preludes, Op. 32: No. 9 in A Major. Allegro moderatoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Thirteen Preludes, Op. 32: No. 10 in B Minor. AllegrettoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Thirteen Preludes, Op. 32: No. 11 in B Major. AllegrettoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Thirteen Preludes, Op. 32: No. 12 in G-Sharp Minor. AllegroSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Thirteen Preludes, Op. 32: No. 13 in D-Flat Major. GraveSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Prelude in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 3, No. 2Sergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Six Moments Musicaux, Op. 16: AndantinoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Six Moments Musicaux, Op. 16: AllegrettoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Six Moments Musicaux, Op. 16: Andante cantabileSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
Six Moments Musicaux, Op. 16: PrestoSergei Rachmaninoff, John Lill, Tadaaki Otaka, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales
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