"Van Cliburn In Moscow" is a captivating classical music album released in 1994, featuring the legendary pianist Van Cliburn in a live performance recorded at the Moscow Conservatory in 1972. This album showcases the extraordinary talent of Van Cliburn, who gained international acclaim at the age of 23 when he won the inaugural International Tchaikovsky Competition in Moscow in 1958, a significant achievement during the Cold War era.
The album is a comprehensive collection of Johannes Brahms' works, including the complete "Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43" and the "Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat, Op. 83." The performances are accompanied by the Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by the renowned Kirill Kondrashin. The album spans a total of 75 minutes and 46 seconds, offering a rich and immersive listening experience.
Van Cliburn's masterful interpretation of Brahms' compositions is a testament to his artistic prowess and deep understanding of classical music. The album is a must-listen for fans of classical piano, chamber music, and orchestral works, providing a unique opportunity to experience a historic performance by one of the most celebrated pianists of the 20th century.
(P) 1994 BMG Music
Tracks
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Introduction: Allegro vivaceSergei Rachmaninoff, Johannes Brahms, Van Cliburn, Kirill Kondrashin
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation I (Precedente)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Johannes Brahms, Van Cliburn, Kirill Kondrashin
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Tema: L'istesso tempoSergei Rachmaninoff, Johannes Brahms, Van Cliburn, Kirill Kondrashin
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation II: L'istesso tempoSergei Rachmaninoff, Johannes Brahms, Van Cliburn, Kirill Kondrashin
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation III: L'istesso tempoSergei Rachmaninoff, Johannes Brahms, Van Cliburn, Kirill Kondrashin
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation IV: Più vivoSergei Rachmaninoff, Johannes Brahms, Van Cliburn, Kirill Kondrashin
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation V: Tempo precedenteSergei Rachmaninoff, Johannes Brahms, Van Cliburn, Kirill Kondrashin
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation VI: L'istesso tempoSergei Rachmaninoff, Johannes Brahms, Van Cliburn, Kirill Kondrashin
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation VII: Meno mosso, a tempo moderatoSergei Rachmaninoff, Johannes Brahms, Van Cliburn, Kirill Kondrashin
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation VIII: Tempo ISergei Rachmaninoff, Johannes Brahms, Van Cliburn, Kirill Kondrashin
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation IX: L'istesso tempoSergei Rachmaninoff, Johannes Brahms, Van Cliburn, Kirill Kondrashin
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation X: Poco marcatoSergei Rachmaninoff, Johannes Brahms, Van Cliburn, Kirill Kondrashin
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XI: ModeratoSergei Rachmaninoff, Johannes Brahms, Van Cliburn, Kirill Kondrashin
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XII: Tempo di minuettoSergei Rachmaninoff, Johannes Brahms, Van Cliburn, Kirill Kondrashin
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XIII: AllegroSergei Rachmaninoff, Johannes Brahms, Van Cliburn, Kirill Kondrashin
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XIV: L'istesso tempoSergei Rachmaninoff, Johannes Brahms, Van Cliburn, Kirill Kondrashin
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XV: Più vivo scherzandoSergei Rachmaninoff, Johannes Brahms, Van Cliburn, Kirill Kondrashin
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XVI: AllegrettoSergei Rachmaninoff, Johannes Brahms, Van Cliburn, Kirill Kondrashin
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XVII: (Allegretto)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Johannes Brahms, Van Cliburn, Kirill Kondrashin
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XVIII: Andante cantabileSergei Rachmaninoff, Johannes Brahms, Van Cliburn, Kirill Kondrashin
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XIX: A tempo vivaceSergei Rachmaninoff, Johannes Brahms, Van Cliburn, Kirill Kondrashin
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XX: Un poco più vivoSergei Rachmaninoff, Johannes Brahms, Van Cliburn, Kirill Kondrashin
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XXI: Un poco più vivoSergei Rachmaninoff, Johannes Brahms, Van Cliburn, Kirill Kondrashin
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XXII: Un poco più vivo (Alla breve)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Johannes Brahms, Van Cliburn, Kirill Kondrashin
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XXIII: L'istesso tempoSergei Rachmaninoff, Johannes Brahms, Van Cliburn, Kirill Kondrashin
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XXIV: A tempo un poco meno mossoSergei Rachmaninoff, Johannes Brahms, Van Cliburn, Kirill Kondrashin
Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat, Op. 83: Allegro non troppoJohannes Brahms, Van Cliburn, Kirill Kondrashin
Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat, Op. 83: Allegro appassionatoJohannes Brahms, Van Cliburn, Kirill Kondrashin
Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat, Op. 83: AndanteJohannes Brahms, Van Cliburn, Kirill Kondrashin
Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat, Op. 83: Allegretto graziosoJohannes Brahms, Van Cliburn, Kirill Kondrashin
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