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Prokofiev: The Five Piano Concertos

Sergey Prokofiev (Composer), André Previn (Conductor), London Symphony Orchestra (Orchestra), Vladimir Ashkenazy (Performer)
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listen  1. Piano Concerto No.1 in D flat, Op.10 - 1. Allegro brioso 6:52$0.99 Buy Track
listen  2. Piano Concerto No.1 in D flat, Op.10 - 2. Andante assai 4:35$0.99 Buy Track
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listen  4. Piano Concerto No.4 in B flat, Op.53 - 1. Vivace 4:26$0.99 Buy Track
listen  5. Piano Concerto No.4 in B flat, Op.53 - 2. Andante 8:56Album Only
listen  6. Piano Concerto No.4 in B flat, Op.53 - 3. Moderato 8:22Album Only
listen  7. Piano Concerto No.4 in B flat, Op.53 - 4. Vivace 1:35$0.45 Buy Track
listen  8. Piano Concerto No.5 in G major, Op.55 - 1. Allegro con brio 5:21$0.99 Buy Track
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listen10. Piano Concerto No.5 in G major, Op.55 - 3. Toccata 1:53$0.45 Buy Track
listen11. Piano Concerto No.5 in G major, Op.55 - 4. Larghetto 7:28Album Only
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listen  1. Piano Concerto No.2 in G minor, Op.16 - 1. Andantino12:08Album Only
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listen  3. Piano Concerto No.2 in G minor, Op.16 - 3. Intermezzo (Allegro moderato) 6:22$0.99 Buy Track
listen  4. Piano Concerto No.2 in G minor, Op.16 - 4. Finale (Allegro tempestoso)11:29Album Only
listen  5. Piano Concerto No.3 in C, Op.26 - 1. Andante - Allegro 9:45Album Only
listen  6. Piano Concerto No.3 in C, Op.26 - 2. Tema con variazione 9:12Album Only
listen  7. Piano Concerto No.3 in C, Op.26 - 3. Allegro ma non troppo 9:36Album Only


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Product Details

  • Performer: Vladimir Ashkenazy
  • Orchestra: London Symphony Orchestra
  • Conductor: André Previn
  • Composer: Sergey Prokofiev
  • Audio CD (August 26, 1997)
  • SPARS Code: ADD
  • Number of Discs: 2
  • Label: Decca
  • ASIN: B0000041LA
  • In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #79,413 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

On this CD:
  1. Piano Concerto No. 1 in D flat major, Op. 10
    Composed by Sergey Prokofiev
    Performed by London Symphony Orchestra
    with Vladimir Ashkenazy
    Conducted by Andre Previn

  2. Piano Concerto No. 4 in B flat major (for the left hand), Op. 53
    Composed by Sergey Prokofiev
    Performed by London Symphony Orchestra
    with Vladimir Ashkenazy
    Conducted by Andre Previn

  3. Piano Concerto No. 5 in G major, Op. 55
    Composed by Sergey Prokofiev
    Performed by London Symphony Orchestra
    with Vladimir Ashkenazy
    Conducted by Andre Previn

  4. Piano Concerto No. 2 in G minor, Op. 16
    Composed by Sergey Prokofiev
    Performed by London Symphony Orchestra
    with Vladimir Ashkenazy
    Conducted by Andre Previn

  5. Piano Concerto No. 3 in C major, Op. 26
    Composed by Sergey Prokofiev
    Performed by London Symphony Orchestra
    with Vladimir Ashkenazy
    Conducted by Andre Previn


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During the 1970s, Vladimir Ashkenazy recorded virtually the entire standard piano repertoire, largely successfully. Then he turned to conducting, at which he's steadily become more successful. Although his initial efforts on the podium were not greeted with universal acclaim, you've got to respect the fact that he moved onto something new rather than attempting to revisit the same music again and risk not doing it nearly as well. Among his complete editions was this set of Prokofiev piano concertos, and they are among the best things that he did. At two discs for the price of one, it's a fine way to acquire all of these exciting works. --David Hurwitz

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24 of 27 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Number Two is Awesome!, August 2, 2000
By Jake Wagner "Jake" (California, USA) - See all my reviews
When I bought this recording, the only Prokofiev piano concerto that I was familiar with was number 3, a warhorse that had become too familiar to retain my interest. I wanted to explore the other piano concertos of Prokofiev. I wasn't disappointed. The first piano concerto, a youthful effort, is delightful. But the real gem in this set is the second. This work fits squarely within the Rachmaninoff tradition, and just like the Rachmaninoff 3 has an incredibly difficult cadenza as the centerpiece of the first movement. I went to the music library to look at the score and couldn't believe the millions of notes. The remarkable thing is that Ashkenazy not only hits all the notes but brings out the melancholy magic in this music. On the other hand, concertos 4 and 5 seem lightweight by comparison, but maybe these works will grow on me as time goes on. All in all, three awesome masterpieces out of five is a good percentage.
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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Magnificent achievement!, February 2, 2005
I have this recording of all five Prokofiev concertos. The rapport between soloist and conductor is first rate. The fact that Andre Previn is an excellent pianist helps mould a great understanding and the fact that both soloist and conductor got on so well helps so much.
Vladimir Ashkenazy played all the concertos very brilliantly.He doesn't overcook the interpretation and it sounds better for it.His recording of the second concerto is amazing. Remember he used that with his New York debut in the fifties with Bernstein. I find this collection to be such an achievement. I thoroughly recommend this CD.
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15 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Prokofiev's Piano Concertos are amount the greatest ever!, March 27, 1999
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It is not surprising that Prokofiev's 3rd Piano Concerto is widely played, as it provides much excitement for pianist and audience. One of the ultimate Sphinx-like riddles, though, is why the 2nd Piano Concerto does not enjoy similar success. A few lucky people realize the greatness of this Everest of piano concertos. Luckily, music is always being re-discovered, whether it is Bach, Vivaldi, swing jazz, or disco. Hopefully the Internet can speed this process, because more people should get caught up in the whirlwind music of Prokofiev. Almost all of Prokofiev's music for the piano is alternately clever and bombastic. You might accumulate all of Prokofiev's piano music and wonder where to find some similar music. You won't find it. Sergei was a true original and any attempts at imitation would be futile. Luckily, you can come back to much of Prokofiev's music again and again, finding something new every time.

There are relatively few complete sets of Prokofiev's Piano Concertos, and Ashkenazy plays them as well as anybody. Later, you may want to supplement this set with individual works by Argerich or Richter. Rest assured that you don't want to miss out on this set, especially with 2 CDs for the price of one.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant sonics and fine, assured playing
By any standard this is very good Prokofiev playing. Ashkenazy strikes me as one of the most Westernized of Russian pianists, and his approach here, seconded by Previn's... Read more
Published on July 13, 2006 by Santa Fe listener

5.0 out of 5 stars Monochrome austerity
Although the remastering job done by Decca was terrible, Ashkenazy comes through with fine playing. He plays all 5 concerti well, although 1 and 2 stand out as the best for me. Read more
Published on June 15, 2006 by Theophilus

3.0 out of 5 stars Music fan/July2/2003 and John Coughlin's revviews
I totally agree with these 2 reviews

I believe the fault here lies more with Previn, and thus holds back Ashkenazy "somewhat", as Ashkenazy is not stellar as one... Read more
Published on March 10, 2006 by paul best

5.0 out of 5 stars Superb stuff
This is an amazing set of this crazy music. The recordings are a bit more lukewarm than mechanical and harsh, but they please me so much. Read more
Published on January 19, 2005 by dbrainiak914

1.0 out of 5 stars Ashkenazy's Albatross
After purchasing this CD set I was to say the least dismayed! Askenazy's performance is routine at best, and Previn is amazingly luke warm conducting the LSO! Read more
Published on June 5, 2004 by john F. coughlin III

1.0 out of 5 stars Fingers, fingers...
Well, may be I can give one more star for his technique...After all he did learn all the 5 concertos. But what is the point? Read more
Published on July 2, 2003

5.0 out of 5 stars Not just #3
All I wish to say is that I bought this recording only because the NPR guide recommended it for the third concerto. I have thoroughly enjoyed all five. Read more
Published on October 27, 2002 by David Benjamin

3.0 out of 5 stars 19th century Prokofiev
This 2 CD set was a favorite of mine since 1990, however after listening to the Guiterrez and Berman recording on the Chandos label, I am going to retire this recording. Read more
Published on September 30, 2001 by David Gottner

5.0 out of 5 stars Ashkenazy does it again
I bought this as an after thought (it was listed under the "Customers who bought this also bought . . . Read more
Published on March 12, 2001 by Deborah M. Lisle

5.0 out of 5 stars Intensity and freshness of a highest pianism
This version is really spectacular. Obviously the best known concertos are No 1 and 3. All of them suggest an aura of strangeness and beauty just at the beginning of a century... Read more
Published on January 19, 2000

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