classical music: Sergey Rachmaninov

classical music: Sergey Rachmaninov

classical music:

Sergey Rachmaninov

Sergey Rachmaninov, Eugene Ormandy, ...

RCA, 1994

Rachmaninov By Rachmaninov
I had the RCA LP versions of these recordings by Rachmaninov that were issued during his centennial in 1973. The quality of the CD versions is an improvement but one must remember that these are mono recordings (from the 1920's, 30's and 40's) made before the existence ...

The World's Favorite Piano Music

Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Brahms, ...

RCA, 1992

My favorite CD!
Van Cliburn is a master pianist, and this CD is pure listening enjoyment. I generally am not into clasical music, but this is fun. His working fingers convince me that they are not working. They are dancing, and they are having great fun. WONDERFUL!!

The Most Relaxing Classical Album in the World...Ever!

Johann Sebastian Bach, Léo Delibes, ...

Angel Records, 1999

Good for relaxing pregnant women
I stumbled onto this album whilst searching bit torrent websites for classical music. I don't normally listen to classical music but thought it might be relaxing for my pregnant wife. After hearing the quality of the performances, the arrangement, and the recording I ...

Brahms, Prokofiev, Rachmaninov: Music for Two Pianos
Johannes Brahms, Witold Lutoslawski, ...

EMI Classics, 2008

Brahms: Sonata for 2 pianos in F minor, Op. 34b Martha Argerich (piano) & Lilya Zilbertstein (piano) Variations on a theme by Haydn, Op. 56b for 2 Pianos Martha Argerich (piano) & Polina Leschenko (piano) Lutoslawski: Variations on a Theme of Paganini for 2 Pianos Martha Argerich (piano) & Giorgia Tomassi (piano) Prokofiev: Symphony ...

The Magic Of Lang Lang

Frederic Chopin, David / Afanasieff, Walter Foster, ...

Deutsche Grammophon, 2008

Incomparable!
I am 72 and have had the good fortune to listen to many of the great pianists "in person" at various musical venues over a lifetime. I have also developed an extensive music library over the years. Comparing artists is a waste of time and effort as each has his or her ...

The Most Relaxing Piano Album in the World...Ever!

Isaac Albeniz, Johann Sebastian Bach, ...

EMI Classics, 2001

Beautiful piano music!
This is simply an exquisite collection of beautiful piano pieces. I am very satisfied with this purchase. I can read while listening to this music-call it background music...maybe, but even when you're doing something else-the music is there...it does not intrude, but ...

Tchaikovsky: Concerto No. 1/Rachmaninoff: Concerto No. 2

Sergey Rachmaninov, Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky, ...

RCA, 1993

Hard to beat
The two greatest piano concertos of all times played by the master. What more could one ask?

The Essential Yo-Yo Ma

Edgar Meyer, Hector Console, ...

Sony, 2005

pure genius
No instrument asks more from the soul of an artist as the cello does. Yo Yo Ma shows to be master of the instrument and his interpretations en technique are pure genius. Everyone should have this album in his (or hers of course) basic classical collection

25 Classical Favorites

Frank Morelli, Johann Sebastian Bach, ...

Vox (Classical), 1996

great gift
Bought this product for my grandchild to introduce him to classical music. It was perfect. Thanks

Sarah Brightman Classics

Sarah Brightman, Tomaso Giovanni Albinoni, ...

Angel Records, 2002

Ahh Sarah!
Is there a better singer in the world? I don't think so, but in any case, this new album from the now very svelte and very georgeous Sarah Brightman is superb. The power, the control, the clarity is all there. This experienced vocalist is the definition of a world ...

Rachmaninov: The Symphonies

Tom Krause, Sergey Rachmaninov, ...

Decca, 1998

Excellent recordings, all worth getting at any price!!!
Different people have different tastes. Without wishing to malign those who don't care as much (or at all) for this set, I'll dare say that this set is an absolute classic. [Why go only for the 2-disc set of just the symphonies instead of getting also Ostróva ...

The Power & The Majesty: Essential Choral Classics

Robert Shaw Festival Singers, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra & Choruses

Telarc, 1995

Best of American Choral Singing!
This CD could be the cornerstone of your choral music library! Wonderful performances of all of the essential choral pieces give a wonderful introduction to choral music for someone new to it, and also give a nice sampler of the best pieces for someone already familiar ...

Caprice - Alison Balsom

Jean-Baptiste Arban, Johann Sebastian Bach, ...

EMI Classics, 2006

Dazzling!
Titling a collection of works CAPRICE ('a disposition to do things impulsively') is entirely in keeping with the magnetism and flair of the talented, beautiful, and intensely musical trumpeter Alison Balsom. For this listener the introduction to Miss Balsom was a ...

Symphony (25) Favorites

Ludwig van Beethoven, Hector Berlioz, ...

Vox (Classical), 1997

A Grand symphonic adventure
This album provides a quick exposure to some of the best movements in the best symphonies. Many of the tracks will sound familiar. They are played well and have good sound quality. As a novice musician, i have great appreciation for it.

Agnus Dei: Music of Inner Harmony: The Choir of New College Oxford

Eamon Dougan, Gregorio Allegri, ...

Erato, 1997

Wow!
I'm a long-time listener of all things rock-'n-roll, from Classic rock, to Alternative, and even a little Metal. I first heard this CD while having dinner at a friends house a long time ago, and I loved it. I've always been enchanted with choir music, so I bought ...