Rachmaninov: Piano Concertos Nos. 2 & 3
|
List Price: Our Price: $3.13 You Save: $3.85 (55%) Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days Buy Used: from $2.79 (click here) Category: Music CD See more new music releases 
|
|---|
Buy this Music CD at online store in your country
Canadian Music Store
Canadian Music Store
Free Music Notes for Rachmaninov: Piano Concertos Nos. 2 & 3
Free Music Review: WOW!!!
Hit: 5 Stars
It doesn't get any better than this. As good, yes, but not better. I know whereof I speak; I am a pianist and teacher and I own seven cd's of the Rach 3. Each pianist has a slightly different approach--not enough to change the essence of the piece, but enough to put his own signature on it. I continue to be amazed at how many pianists can play it--being that it is recognized the world over as the most difficult concerto in the literature. Every time I hear a new pianist play either the 2nd or 3rd, I hear some phrase or section as though for the first time. Passages I never noticed in other interpretations are suddenly "out there" and give me a new and fresh take on them. The insert says nothing about Mr. Bronfman, which is a shame.
He has an exquisite touch and incredible technical skill. I hope to hear more of his work.
Free Music Review: A fantastic performance
Hit: 5 Stars
I first heard this recording on WOUS's classical music station. It is one of the best recordings of the "Rach 3" I have heard....strong and masterful with a wonderful orchestra. I had the pleasure of hearing Rachmaninoff play his 2nd Piano Concerto in 1939 and what I remember impressing me was his great strength. This has that same strength. The initial chords project a pathos that is very moving.Free Music Review: Sometimes you get more than you pay for!
Hit: 5 Stars
This is a great CD, just like everyone has said. Very inspired and electric performances. Great sound, great orchestral support. This CD has raised my affection for two pieces I already loved very much.Free Music Review: Play all the right notes for me.
Hit: 5 Stars
The performance and the recording quality is top notch. A real gem. The sound quality is much better than the other very popular album by Byron Janis.Free Music Review: Good, but not flawless
Hit: 4 Stars
The cd was shipped to me with a scratch, which takes out about 10 seconds of the climax of the first movement of the second concerto. But, that's not why I gave it a four. It was a good recording, good playing and fair taste in playing, or style. All was going well until the third movement of the second started. I've heard several recordings of it, and this has to be the one that left the worst taste in my mouth. Nothing is technically wrong, but I think he plays parts of it too fast, with too much pedal, and a myriad of other slight annoyances. The first movement of the third's cadenza is slightly irritating because of the rather slow speed it is played with. These things are very minor, and unless you happen to be a rachmaninoff nut, consider the rating a 5. But, if you are a rachmaninoff nut, consider the host of other recordings, but don't dismiss this one.