The Best of Rachmaninoff
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Published 2015-07-14
Born into a musical family, Rachmaninoff took up the piano at age four. He graduated from the Moscow Conservatory in 1892, having already composed several piano and orchestral pieces. In 1897, following the negative critical reaction to his Symphony No. 1, Rachmaninoff entered a four-year depression and composed little until successful therapy allowed him to complete his enthusiastically received Piano Concerto No. 2 in 1901. For the next sixteen years, Rachmaninoff conducted at the Bolshoi Theatre, relocated to Dresden, Germany, and toured the United States for the first time.
Following the Russian Revolution, Rachmaninoff and his family left Russia; in 1918, they settled in the United States, first in New York City. With his main source of income coming from piano and conducting performances, demanding tour schedules led to a reduction in his time for composition; between 1918 and 1943, he completed just six works, including Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Symphony No. 3, and Symphonic Dances. By 1942, his failing health led to his relocation to Beverly Hills, California. One month before his death from advanced melanoma, Rachmaninoff was granted American citizenship.
In Rachmaninoff's work, early influences of Tchaikovsky, Rimsky-Korsakov, Balakirev, Mussorgsky, and other Russian composers gave way to a personal style notable for its song-like melodicism, expressiveness and rich orchestral colors.[3] Rachmaninoff often featured the piano in his compositions, and he explored the expressive possibilities of the instrument through his own skills as a pianist.
Tracklist:
1. Concerto para Piano e Orquestra #2, em Dó Menor, Opus 18 – Moderato
2. Concerto para Piano e Orquestra #2, em Dó Menor, Opus 18 – Adagio Sostenuto
3. Concerto para Piano e Orquestra #2, em Dó Menor, Opus 18 – Allegro Scherzando
4. Rapsódia Sobre Um Tema de Pananini, Opus 43 – Introdução
5. Rapsódia Sobre Um Tema de Pananini, Opus 43 – Variação 1
6. Rapsódia Sobre Um Tema de Pananini, Opus 43 – Tema
7. Rapsódia Sobre Um Tema de Pananini, Opus 43 – Variação 2
8. Rapsódia Sobre Um Tema de Pananini, Opus 43 – Variação 3
9. Rapsódia Sobre Um Tema de Pananini, Opus 43 – Variação 4
10. Rapsódia Sobre Um Tema de Pananini, Opus 43 – Variação 5
11. Rapsódia Sobre Um Tema de Pananini, Opus 43 – Variação 6
12. Rapsódia Sobre Um Tema de Pananini, Opus 43 – Variação 7
13. Rapsódia Sobre Um Tema de Pananini, Opus 43 – Variação 8
14. Rapsódia Sobre Um Tema de Pananini, Opus 43 – Variação 9
15. Rapsódia Sobre Um Tema de Pananini, Opus 43 – Variação 10
16. Rapsódia Sobre Um Tema de Pananini, Opus 43 – Variação 11
17. Rapsódia Sobre Um Tema de Pananini, Opus 43 – Variação 12
18. Rapsódia Sobre Um Tema de Pananini, Opus 43 – Variação 13
19. Rapsódia Sobre Um Tema de Pananini, Opus 43 – Variação 14
20. Rapsódia Sobre Um Tema de Pananini, Opus 43 – Variação 15
21. Rapsódia Sobre Um Tema de Pananini, Opus 43 – Variação 16
22. Rapsódia Sobre Um Tema de Pananini, Opus 43 – Variação 17
23. Rapsódia Sobre Um Tema de Pananini, Opus 43 – Variação 18
24. Rapsódia Sobre Um Tema de Pananini, Opus 43 – Variação 19
25. Rapsódia Sobre Um Tema de Pananini, Opus 43 – Variação 20
26. Rapsódia Sobre Um Tema de Pananini, Opus 43 – Variação 21
27. Rapsódia Sobre Um Tema de Pananini, Opus 43 – Variação 22
28. Rapsódia Sobre Um Tema de Pananini, Opus 43 – Variação 23
29. Rapsódia Sobre Um Tema de Pananini, Opus 43 – Variação 24
30. Vocalise Opus 34, #14
31. Prelúdio Opus 3, #2 – Cinco Peças Fantasia
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All Comments (21)
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Time stamps! 1. Piano Concerto No. 2, Mvt. 1: 00:00 2. Piano Concerto No. 2, Mvt. 2: 10:40 3. Piano Concerto No. 2, Mvt. 3: 21:43 4. Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Intro: 33:34 5. Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Var. 1: 33:40 6. Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Theme: 34:00 7. Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Var. 2: 34:19 8. Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Var. 3: 34:37 9. Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Var. 4: 35:00 10. Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Var. 5: 35:29 11. Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Var. 6: 35:57 12. Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Var. 7: 36:55 13. Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Var. 8: 38:03 14. Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Var. 9: 38:36 15. Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Var. 10: 39:08 16. Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Var. 11: 40:07 17. Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Var. 12: 41:25 18. Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Var. 13: 42:41 19. Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Var. 14: 43:11 20. Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Var. 15: 43:57 21. Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Var. 16: 45:01 22. Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Var. 17: 46:41 23. Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Var. 18: 48:25 24. Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Var. 19: 51:21 25. Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Var. 20: 51:48 26. Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Var. 21: 52:26 27. Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Var. 22: 52:52 28. Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Var. 23: 54:33 29. Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Var. 24: 55:26 30. Vocalise, Op. 34, No. 14: 56:44 31. Prelude, Op. 3, No. 2 (Prelude in C# Minor): 1:03:38
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Rachmaninoff is an absolute genius...(I wouldn't say the only one) but he is a unique musician, his romanticism just makes you break into joyful tears...what a great composer!
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Per me il concerto per piano n*2 è la composizione musicale più bella mai scritta e riesce a catturare proprio tutte le sfumature delle emozioni umane
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Рахманинов-поистине Русская душа! Vocalise - вообще выворачивает наизнанку,невозможно оторваться-поток очищающих слёз внутри!!!...
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Это божественно! В его музыке сама Россия. Браво, Сергей Васильевич!
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АПЛОДИСМЕНТЫ ИЗ РИГИ!!! СЛЕЗЫ ОТ ВОСТОРГА!!!💕💕💕
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It is an overwhelming cascade of clarity ,vibrant intensity ,melodically rich and brilliant musicianship a simply wonderful captivating musical treasure ! Rachmaninoff piano concerto 2 is one of the best in the history of music .
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His piano concerto #2 is one of the most beautiful compositions of all time
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В этой музыке свежий воздух и солнце и родной запах сирени.
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Какое чудо!😇Ведь ему только 29 лет,откуда столько красоты!
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I’ve always loved classical music, my family didn’t, my mother would make fun of Opera singers, I secretly would listen to it with affection....in the 1990’s before the magic that is YouTube, I randomly bought 3 cassette tapes, one of Vivaldi, one of Bach and one shot in the dark by someone called Rachmaninov....I’ve never looked back.....xxxxx
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Sergei Rachmaninoff was truly one of the last connection between 19th century classical music romanticism and modern times. The wonderful melodies with the exceptionally difficult piano pieces still resonate today as magically and magnificently done.
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Музыка Сергея Васильевича Рахманинова всегда возвращает меня на свою орбиту! Слава Богу за счастье слушать ее!
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For over 50 years I have loved his music I hope to see him one day in the afterlife if I am so lucky I absolutely adore this man and his music All the years I have listened to him it is like the first time i have heard this beautiful music Bless his soul
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One of the best composers ever, incredible music.
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I will never want to listen or watch anyone playing a Rachmaninoff composition now that I've heard Rachmaninoff playing his own music, it's so very special. I'm so thankful there are some sound recordings and that they are on YouTube.
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I never tire, listening to Rachmaninovs music. I. Love it s!
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Unimpeachable performance！ Incomparable work. My soul leaves the body and will stay in the air and will fall asleep. Greetings from Japan.
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He is my most loved composer of all time. Each work a masterpiece.
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Absolutamente mi compositor preferido. Su música deleita a mi alma, la hace vibrar, la transporta a lugares de espiritualidad inimaginables.
