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Sergey Rachmaninov

April 1, 1873 - March 28, 1943
born in Semyonovo, Russia, composed during the Romantic period
Sergey Rachmaninov (1873-1943) was the last, great representative of the Russian Romantic tradition as a composer, but was also a widely and highly celebrated pianist of his time. His piano concertos Nos. 2, 3, and 4; the Rhapsody on a Theme by Paganini; and the preludes famously test pianists' skills. His Symphony No. 2, the tone poem Isle of the Dead, and his Cello Sonata are also notable. The passionate melodies and rich harmonies of his music have been called the perfect accompaniment for love scenes, but in a greater sense it explores a range of emotions with intense and compelling expression. ~ Patsy Morita, Rovi
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Selected Discography

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Track List: Evening Star: The Rachmaninov Vespers

Title: Vespers (All-Night Vigil), for alto, tenor & chorus, Op. 37
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Track List: Rachmaninoff: Preludes (complete)

Title: Prelude For Piano No.1 In C Sharp Minor ("The Bells Of Moscow"), Op. 3/2
Title: Preludes (10) For Piano, Op. 23
Title: Preludes (13) For Piano, Op. 32
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Track List: Rachmaninov: 24 Preludes/Piano Sonata No.2

Disc 1
Title: Prelude For Piano No.1 In C Sharp Minor ("The Bells Of Moscow"), Op. 3/2
Title: Preludes (10) For Piano, Op. 23
Title: Preludes (13) For Piano, Op. 32
Disc 2
Title: Piano Sonata No. 2 In B Flat Minor, Op.36
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Track List: Rachmaninov: Complete Operas (Aleko, The Miserly Knight, Francesca di Rimini)

Disc 1
Title: Aleko, Opera, TN Ii/70
Disc 2
Title: The Miserly Knight, Opera, Op. 24
Disc 3
Title: Francesca Da Rimini, Opera, Op. 25
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Track List: Rachmaninov: Complete Piano Concertos / Rhapsody

Disc 1
Title: Piano Concerto No. 1 In F Sharp Minor, Op. 1
Title: Piano Concerto No. 2 In C Minor, Op. 18
Disc 2
Title: Piano Concerto No. 3 In D Minor, Op. 30
Title: Piano Concerto No. 4 In G Minor, Op. 40
Disc 3
Title: Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini (Introduction And 24 Variations), In A Minor For Piano & Orchestra, Op. 43
Title: Variations On A Theme Of Corelli, For Piano, Op. 42
Title: Piano Sonata No. 2 In B Flat Minor, Op.36
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Track List: Rachmaninov: Music For 2 Pianos

Disc 1
Title: Suite No. 1 ("Fantaisie-tableaux") For 2 Pianos In G Minor, Op. 5
Title: Suite No. 2 For 2 Pianos In C Major, Op. 17
Title: Etudes-tableaux, For Piano, Op. 33
Disc 2
Title: Symphonic Dances, For Orchestra (Or 2 Pianos), Op. 45
Title: Russian Rhapsody, For 2 Pianos In E Minor, TN Ii/23
Title: Variations On A Theme Of Corelli, For Piano, Op. 42
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Track List: Rachmaninov: Opera Highlights

Title: Aleko, Opera, TN Ii/70
Title: The Miserly Knight, Opera, Op. 24
Title: Francesca Da Rimini, Opera, Op. 25
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Track List: Rachmaninov: Paganini Rhapsody, 6 Preludes, Etc

Title: Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini (Introduction And 24 Variations), In A Minor For Piano & Orchestra, Op. 43
Title: Variations On A Theme Of Corelli, For Piano, Op. 42
Title: Morceaux De Fantaisie (5), For Piano, Op. 3
Title: Preludes (10) For Piano, Op. 23
Title: Preludes (13) For Piano, Op. 32
Title: Preludes (10) For Piano, Op. 23
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Track List: Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 2

Title: Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini (Introduction And 24 Variations), In A Minor For Piano & Orchestra, Op. 43
Title: Piano Concerto No. 2 In C Minor, Op. 18
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Track List: Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 2; Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini

Title: Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini (Introduction And 24 Variations), In A Minor For Piano & Orchestra, Op. 43
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Track List: Rachmaninov: The Symphonies

Disc 1
Title: Symphony No. 1 In D Minor, Op. 13 (Lost; Reconstructed From Piano Duets And Orch. Fragments)
Title: Symphonic Dances, For Orchestra (Or 2 Pianos), Op. 45
Disc 2
Title: Symphony No. 2 in E minor, Op. 27
Title: The Isle Of The Dead, Symphonic Poem, Op. 29
Disc 3
Title: Symphony No. 3 in A minor, Op. 44
Title: The Bells, choral symphony for soprano, tenor, baritone, chorus & orchestra, Op. 35
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Track List: Rachmaninov: Vespers (All-Night Vigil)

Comments

Wouldn't your hands die?!?
tomearnist
love it love it love it call me a romantic
bbysmael...B e c a u s e of comments like yours, I've started wondering whether or not pandora has become populated with morons.
Beautiful:)
jesse6895
@bbysmael: How can one 'not have a single bit of talent left'? Is talent not something that is consumed, and is meant to be used, of which it can be neglected?
When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, 'I used everything you gave me'.
@Lisa Bragg. You play music? Do you have anything for us to listen to? I'm interested.
Yes, I think Rachmaninov was left-handed. Years ago I played a couple of his preludes and they were very heavy on the left hand.
Rachmaninoff had to be a lefty
Love, love, love those Russky composers particularly this one.:)
I found this radio because of my piano teacher said it would help
I love Rachmaninov and find myself enjoying the rich chords and powerful feelings of the music for days after listening to this station.
*Born in Semyonovo, Russia, on April 1, 1873* April 1st ya say? I feel like a joke is being played... :P
One of my favorites
This is one of the all-time classics in piano music. I have heard Ms Algerich play some very nice music before, but this she just murdered ! Margaret, dear. This is supposed to be romantic. You seeed like you were angry and in an extreme hurry to get it over with. Shame on you. You can do much better.
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kellyflwr86
Tonight I get to hear Rachmaninov played by a symphony orchestra. His music is wonderful by any measure, although I'm not a fan of classical composers in particular (I enjoy dissonant soundscapes more). The measured melody, balance, and emotion here is fabulous.

Just a note on an urelated matter: it is not a good idea to post one's email address on a public forum. My opinion, of course.
s.carton
Illustration with sound. This one takes you on a real action adventure from frantic to fabulous and back. Thank you.
Is my years subscription still good with Comcast? I had ATT before. franned@comc a s t . n e t
jbachm3962
How are there no comments for rachmaniniov ?
O.O
dgkledz
Who coughs on their own track? Love it
Thank you, Pandora, for playing the complete Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini. A great performance, too.
I feel Rachmaninov really does a superb job of marrying the technical excellence of many classic artists yet retains the humanity of dynamic melody intended to be pleasing to the ear.
The music will grab your heart even when you are walking on a noisy street. When it plays, you will know immediately, it is there....
I play the piano, but I have never mastered his powerful, majestic, and compelling music. He is a genius. Neal N
rswonke
http://www.h b d i r e c t . c o m / a l b u m _ d e t a i l . p h p ? p i d = 1 9 1 4 4 0 5 , The 28 disc Rachmaninoff box set. I can dream. :)
yegeun
Definitely one of the elites... Rachmaninoff and Chopin are my favorite classical composers...
wow im 23yo never really embraced classical orchestral music but that just blew my mind
xmuidar
Genius Pianist.. One of the elites of all time...
no equal in my mind
I love this ! I'm playing more and more of this composers music ! What a blessing to be alive ! Thank you
Rach 3!
He is one of my very favorite composers and I do enjoy playing all of his etudes as well. I totally am a devoted fan of Pandora. Thank you!
mesmerizing
Interesting that he was regarded as a hack by some composers of his time. Some of those composers are long forgotten
master...... , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
WOW!
S. Rachmaninov so' pode ser um Iluminado: sua obra transcende o terreno e nos eleva a vibraçoes para mais perto do Ser Espiritual, por sua profunda sensitiva complexidade que nos faz exprimentar um sentimento algo estranho contudo familiar .
Ouvindo o 2º movimento do 1º concerto para piano de Rachmaninov nao tao conhecido como o 2º e 3º concertos mas, absolutament e grandioso. Nao ha' outro como ele. Se existe Ceu, e se eu la' chegar , Rachmaninov e' a primeira pessoa com quem quero falar; ou talvez so' ouvi-lo! ISSO seria realmente o Paraiso .
Listening to the second movement of Rachmaninoff ' s first piano concerto--no t as well known as the second and third concerti, but absolutely gorgeous. There is no one like him. If there's a heaven, and if I get there (doubtful!), Rachmaninoff is the first person I want to talk with--or maybe just listen to him play! THAT would really be Heaven.
@lge747 Wow.
http://www.y o u t u b e . c o m / w a t c h ? v = L o c y x t m Z 4 t Q & f e a t u r e = r e l a t e d
cleve.and.su e
I totally agree with lqe747 regarding the playing of Rachmaninov' s piano works by Valentina Lisitsa. I just requested Pandora to add her.
If you love Rachmaninov I sugest listening to Valentina Lisitsa you can listen to her on youtube I think she is the best there is.
tinattlg
Rachmaninov rocks! He's spoiled me for a lot of other composers. I love all 4 piano concertos. Makes me wish I could play piano just a little bit.....
dickrwh

I have moved to Beethoven as my favorite. I was initially hooked on classical music after become addicted to Rachmaninov' s Second Concerto. I still enjoy it as one of my favoites. A Close second is his Rhapsody on a theme of Paganini.
Nothing like a cello solo for a dreary afternoon in Seattle...
Awesome.
Whenever I need inspiration I go to Rachmaninoff ' s music. Have never heard anything more beautiful.
jcarhart8
Rachmaninov is our favorite composer. His music is unrivaled!
The piano is my favorite instrument. I took lessons when I was in grade school and My Dad played as well. I quit because I didn't want to practice instead I wanted to play outside. Wish I would have stayed with it. My Dad would listen to Rachmaninov on Sunday I would sit and listen with him thus becoming a fan. Good memories I have with My Dad. My favorite piece is "Rhapsody On A Theme of Paganini". MAGNIFICENT
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