Immerse yourself in the profound and evocative world of Sergei Rachmaninoff with the comprehensive collection "Rachmaninov: Complete Works For Piano." Released in 2014 by Decca Music Group Ltd., this expansive album spans a staggering 13 hours and 26 minutes, featuring 203 tracks that encapsulate the genius of one of classical music's most revered composers.
This collection is a treasure trove for both seasoned enthusiasts and newcomers to Rachmaninoff's music. It includes his iconic piano concertos, such as the dramatic Piano Concerto No. 1 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 1, and the deeply moving Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18. The album also showcases Rachmaninoff's virtuosic Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43, a piece renowned for its technical brilliance and emotional depth. Additionally, the collection features his lesser-known but equally captivating works, such as the Suite No. 1 and Suite No. 2 for 2 Pianos, Op. 5 and Op. 17, respectively, and the Symphonic Dances, Op. 45.
Performed with exquisite artistry, this compilation offers a comprehensive journey through Rachmaninoff's piano repertoire, highlighting his unique ability to blend technical mastery with profound emotional expression. Whether you're drawn to the intensity of his concertos or the lyrical beauty of his shorter pieces, this album provides an unparalleled opportunity to explore the full range of Rachmaninoff's pianistic genius.
Piano Concerto No. 1 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 1: I. VivaceSergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Piano Concerto No. 1 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 1: II. AndanteSergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Piano Concerto No. 1 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 1: III. Allegro vivaceSergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Minor, Op. 40: I. Allegro vivaceSergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Minor, Op. 40: II. LargoSergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Minor, Op. 40: III. Allegro vivaceSergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Introduction & Variation 1Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Philharmonia Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: ThemeSergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Philharmonia Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation 2Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Philharmonia Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation 3Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Philharmonia Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation 4Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Philharmonia Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation 5Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Philharmonia Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation 6Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Philharmonia Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation 7Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Philharmonia Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation 8Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Philharmonia Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation 9Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Philharmonia Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation 10Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Philharmonia Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation 11Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Philharmonia Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation 12Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Philharmonia Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation 13Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Philharmonia Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation 14Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Philharmonia Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation 15Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Philharmonia Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation 16Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Philharmonia Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation 17Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Philharmonia Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation 18Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Philharmonia Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation 19Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Philharmonia Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation 20Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Philharmonia Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation 21Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Philharmonia Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation 22Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Philharmonia Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation 23Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Philharmonia Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation 24Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Philharmonia Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: I. ModeratoSergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: II. Adagio sostenutoSergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: III. Allegro scherzandoSergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Piano Concerto No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 30: I. Allegro ma non tantoSergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Piano Concerto No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 30: II. Intermezzo. Adagio –Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Piano Concerto No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 30: III. Finale. Alla breveSergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Suite No. 1 for 2 Pianos, Op. 5: 1. BarcarolleSergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, André Previn
Suite No. 1 for 2 Pianos, Op. 5: 2. A Night For LoveSergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, André Previn
Suite No. 1 for 2 Pianos, Op. 5: 3. TearsSergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, André Previn
Suite No. 1 for 2 Pianos, Op. 5: 4. Russian EasterSergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, André Previn
Suite No. 2 for 2 Pianos, Op. 17: 1. Introduction (Alla marcia)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, André Previn
Suite No. 2 for 2 Pianos, Op. 17: 2. Waltz (Presto)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, André Previn
Suite No. 2 for 2 Pianos, Op. 17: 3. Romance (Andantino)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, André Previn
Suite No. 2 for 2 Pianos, Op. 17: 4.Tarantella (Presto)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, André Previn
Symphonic Dances, Op. 45 - Two pianos: 1. Non allegroSergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, André Previn
Symphonic Dances, Op. 45 - Two pianos: 2. Andante con moto (Tempo di Valse)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, André Previn
Symphonic Dances, Op. 45 - Two pianos: 3. Lento assai - allegro vivaceSergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy, André Previn
5 Morceaux de fantaisie, Op. 3: No. 2, Prelude in C-Sharp MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy
10 Preludes, Op. 23: No. 1 in F-Sharp Minor (Largo)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Ashkenazy