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Favorite Rachmaninov: Piano Concertos 2 & 3 / Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini / 5 Preludes / 3 Etudes Tableaux

Vladimir Ashkenazy (Artist), Serge Rachmaninoff (Composer), Andre Previn (Conductor), Format: Audio CD

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Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
Product Dimensions : 4.88 x 5.59 x 0.47 inches; 4.02 Ounces
Manufacturer : London / Decca
SPARS Code : ADD
Date First Available : December 9, 2006
Label : London / Decca
ASIN : B00000420Q
Number of discs : 2

Best Sellers Rank: #98,247 in CDs & Vinyl (See Top 100 in CDs & Vinyl)
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I love this album

Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2017

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I love this album, especially the Rach 3. In fact, this order was a replacement for my first one, which I carried around so much that I damaged a CD.

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Alan L. Black

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United States on September 27, 2017

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You will not find a better interpretation of this music.

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henrym

Pass on this CD, listen to Martha Argerich play Rachmaninoff's 3rd Concerto

Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2013

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You can hardly hear the piano being played in some of the pieces. If you want to hear how Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 3, should be played listen to Martha Argerich play it on YouTube!!

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The cover jacket looks like Ashkenazy just said: Gee, I can't play Rachmaninoff's 3rd Piano Concerto that well.

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Gloria J. Pearsall

Favourite Rachmaninov by Ashkenazy DVD

Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2012

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This product was received via UPS in excellent condition and much sooner than expected. I already own a copy of this DVD and ordered another for a close friend. I wanted him to enjoy this music as much as I do.

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CMS

Impress your friends! Put these CDs on when they visit!

Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2000

The Rachmaninov repertoire has always been renowned for its thrilling technical difficulty. With Rach, every piece is a showpiece, and Ashkenazy illustrates this to the fullest extent. Blistering runs and ten-finger chords are nicely balanced by delicate and subtle melodies. Perhaps this 2-CD set should have been labeled as "The Only Rachmaninov You'll Ever Need!" because it really presents the composer in a nutshell. Two concertos, one concert piece, and several solo piano works -- who could ask for anything more? Okay, okay, so maybe a symphony would have been nice, but here we're talking about Rachmaninov the piano composer.
Oh, and don't forget about Ashkenazy the piano player. His command of the repertoire is amazing -- this is a guy who never lets the difficult passages get away from him. Always in full control of Rachmaninov's demanding style, Ashkenazy plays with a highly emotional precision that is the epitome of pianistic skill. You'll come for the Rach 3 -- you'll stay for the rest!

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Morgan DeSilva

Moving and Inspiring, A must Buy!

Reviewed in the United States on January 8, 2003

It has occured to me that many of the reviewers complain about the slow tempo taken by Ashkenazy when he performed the Rach's 3rd. Indeed, they do seem slower than the norm, but when it is slowed down, much more can be brought into the piece that you wouldn't normally hear such as the increadiable dymanic range, artulation and the sheer power of some of his chords. The cadanza (the harder version) of the first movement is especially moving (many pianists also slow down to his tempo or even slower when attempting the candanza). Ashkenazy kept a steady cresendo throughout and truely produced some very breathtaking chords (way better than David Heffgots in Shine), one could say that the piano roared at some places and whispered at others. An increadiable recording.
Nevertheless, if you want to hear the "definative" recording of the Rach' 3rd try the Horowitz/Reiner/RCA Victor Symphony Orchestra recording of the Rach's 3rd.
By the way, the 2nd Piano Concerto was also amazingly recorded, along with the Rhapsody and the Preludes.
Buy this if you are a Rachmaninov lover or a Romantic... its a great price for 2 CDs.

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Almost Great

Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2001

Although I've always loved and idolized Ashkenzay, I must say I was a little (not enough to shatter my love for him) disappointed with his interpretation of Rach. 3rd Concerto. I have heard so many fine recordings of the concerto, especially since the "Shine" craze, and this is not one of them. Ashkenazy has a distinctively emotional style which is perfect for Chopin and Beethoven, but it seems to be too much for this piece. The rolled opening chords took me by surprise a little, that I had to remind myself that I was listening to Rachmaninov and not Chopin or Lizst. If it were possible, I would give this CD a 4.5, with the deduction only for the third concerto. The "Variations on the Theme of Paganini" is SUPERB!!!! Ashkenazy really lets his technique shine, and his phrasing is flawless. I have rarely heard such flowing lines. It seems that Ashkenazy really enjoyed playing this music. The attention to detail comes out in every single note. Bravo.

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Shota

The Only Rachmaninoff Piano Music CD's You'll Ever Need!

Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2001

If you want to buy Rachmaninoff's great piano hits, but you have not bought it, this is probably the only thing you'll ever need! Good thing it is double-decked. I guarantee you that you should really buy this CD if you want to hear the beauty of piano by Rachy! Ashkenazy's brilliant performance will amaze and satisfy you!
Out of other recordings by other pianist playing Rachmaninoff, I love Ashkenazy the best. And Previn with the orchestra is truly fine. A definite Must-Buy for Askenazeans! (unless you don't like Rachmaninoff's music)

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Chris Lamb

Four Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 4, 2018

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jean-pierre lussier

Five Stars

Reviewed in Canada on December 3, 2016

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Très satisfait.

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Mr. Cornelius L. Donovan

great performances

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 20, 2013

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Mr Ashkenazy has performed these works on record several times but many believe that these recordings, accompanied by LSO and Andre Previn to be the best

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