The Best of Sergei Rachmaninoff
Tracklist:
00:00:00 Prelude Op. 23 No. 4: Andante cantabile
Grigory Sokolov
00:04:59 Vespers, Op. 37: Nunc dimittis (Krawczyk)
Sinfonia Varsovia
00:08:48 Symphonic dances, Op. 45: I. Non allegro
Orchestre National Du Capitole, Tugan Sokhiev
00:20:06 Prelude in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 3 No. 2
Rafael Orozco, Sergei Rachmaninoff
00:24:42 Italian polka
Lise de la Salle
00:28:58 Symphonic dances, Op. 45: III. Lento assai - Allegro vivace - Lento assai - Allegro
Orchestre National Du Capitole, Tugan Sokhiev
00:43:36 Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 36: I. Allegro agitato
00:54:05 Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 36: II. Non allegro. Lento
01:01:00 Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 36: III. Allegro molto
Nikolai Lugansky
01:08:13 Symphonic dances, Op. 45: II. Andante con moto (Tempo di valse)
Orchestre National Du Capitole, Tugan Sokhiev
01:17:43 Cello Sonata Op. 19: I. Lento - Allegro moderato
01:28:05 Cello Sonata Op. 19: II. Allegro scherzando
01:34:09 Cello Sonata Op. 19: III. Andante
01:40:29 Cello Sonata Op. 19: IV. Allegro mosso
Anne Gastinel, Pierre-Laurent Aimard
01:51:11 Etudes-tableaux, Op. 39: No. 2, Lento assai en la mineur
01:58:20 Etudes-tableaux, Op. 33: No. 2, Allegro
02:00:45 Etudes-tableaux, Op. 39: No. 1, Allegro agitato
Lise de la Salle
02:03:57 Piano Sonata No. 1 in D Minor, Op. 28: I. Allegro moderato
Nikolai Lugansky
Sergei Rachmaninoff (1873–1943) was a virtuoso pianist, composer, and conductor whose music is revered for its lush harmonies, sweeping melodies, and deep emotional intensity. Born in Russia, he survived personal and political upheavals, ultimately settling in the United States. Despite battling self-doubt after early setbacks, he became one of the last great Romantic composers, blending Russian tradition with dazzling pianism.
This collection showcases Rachmaninoff at his best:
🎵 Prelude Op. 23 No. 4 – A bittersweet, lyrical gem full of longing.
🎵 Vespers, Op. 37: Nunc dimittis – One of the most sublime choral works ever written, capturing deep spiritual serenity.
🎵 Symphonic Dances, Op. 45 – His final orchestral masterpiece, full of rhythmic fire and nostalgia.
🎵 Prelude in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 3 No. 2 – The thunderous piece that made him famous.
🎵 Italian Polka – A playful, lighthearted side of Rachmaninoff, rarely heard.
🎵 Piano Sonata No. 2 – A towering work of pianistic drama and passion.
🎵 Cello Sonata Op. 19 – A lush dialogue between piano and cello, rich in melody.
🎵 Études-tableaux, Op. 33 & 39 – Vivid musical paintings, brimming with virtuosity.
🎵 Piano Sonata No. 1 – Inspired by Faust, this piece is dark, brooding, and brilliant.
Rachmaninoff’s music is a journey through the depths of human emotion—romantic, powerful, and unforgettable.
More music:
Symphony No. 2:
https://youtu.be/fSZP56REklw
Piano Concerto No. 2:
https://youtu.be/0p7EdqHOr6U
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