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18 reviews
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

The Magic Of Lang Lang

11 reviews
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 own particular strengths, weaknesses and nose grabbing abilities. I've loved the interpretations of Rubinstein, Horowitz, Lipatti, ...

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 No. 1 in D major, Op. 25 'Classical' Transcribed for two pianos by Rikuya Terashima Martha ...

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

50 reviews
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 Most Relaxing Piano Album in the World...Ever!

14 reviews
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 it doesn't get lost either. I am having a hard time explaining this. I wanted music to relax and enjoy. I got just that with this ...

25 Classical Favorites

18 reviews
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

The World's Favorite Piano Music

13 reviews
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!!

Rachmaninoff plays Rachmaninoff

40 reviews
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 of tape so they cannot be judged against today's digital discs. These are, and remain, valuable as definitive readings by the ...

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

85 reviews
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 decided to buy the album from amazon. All the songs you would expect from a "best album in the world" are there and they are not ...

Sarah Brightman Classics

149 reviews
Sarah Brightman, Tomaso Giovanni Albinoni, ...

Angel Records, 2002

Wonderful
I bought this for my brother for Christmas. It came when it was supposed to and was in perfect condtion. Wonderful experience, would order from this dealer again.

Ultimate Rachmaninov: The Essential Masterpieces

2 reviews
Sergey Rachmaninov, Charles Dutoit, ...

Decca, 2007

Wonderful Value, Great Performances
This set combines Zoltan Kocsis' fine set of the piano concertos with his stunning solo recital album (containing one of the best interpretations of the 2nd piano sonata anywhere) along with a fine version of the 2nd Symphony and the Rock. The sent concludes with the Vespers performed by the St. Petersburg Chorale. Until just recently, the Kocsis albums were only available as an import. If you ...

Horowitz in Moscow

31 reviews
Frederic Chopin, Franz Liszt, ...

Deutsche Grammophon, 1990

Oh, God...5 stars would be simply unfair...
Upon hearing this record for the first time, I had to pinch myself to make sure I was actually listening to such an amazing, if not perfect display of talent and beauty. After having listened to it over and over again along the years, maybe more than 1000 times, I still find it hard to believe that the guy was even a human being. The only fair review for such a record would be a wordless one: ...

The Power & The Majesty: Essential Choral Classics

5 reviews
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 with the music. Listening to each excerpt may inspire you to purchase the entire work! As you would expect of performances by ...

Rachmaninoff: Piano Concertos Nos. 2 & 3

20 reviews
Sergey Rachmaninov, Antal Dorati, ...

Philips, 1991

my ears don't lie do they?
I have no reference to compare this recording with, I only have Rachmaninov's 2nd piano concerto played by Richter which I like very much, but I cannot describe what's so good about it. I don't have enough interest for piano solo or recitals to be able to tell what exactly makes a good pianist (in general and for me personal) I'm not even sure what I like or not. Well maybe I like ...

Hush

30 reviews
Yo-Yo Ma, Johann Sebastian Bach, ...

Sony, 1992

Yo-Yo & Bobby...How do I love thee
This music has a song that I was obliged to have played as my wedding march. The musical is etherial and loveable. Our favorite!!!

Rachmaninov: The Symphonies

20 reviews
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 Mjórtvïkh (The Isle of the Dead), the Symphonic Dances and Kolokóla (The Bells) that come automatically as part of this 3-disc set?] ...

Sergei Rachmaninoff: Vespers (Mass for Unaccompanied Chorus)

50 reviews
Sergey Rachmaninoff, Robert Shaw Festival Singers, ...

Telarc, 1990

This is a GREAT recording!
I like this recording very much... as does everyone I know that owns it. I would not hesitate to purchase it again should the need arise.

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

28 reviews
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 this CD. Well, after years of listening to it to help me to unwind in the evening, I somehow misplaced it. So I came to Amazon to ...

Rachmaninov: Piano Concertos Nos. 1 - 4

21 reviews
Sergey Rachmaninov, André Previn, ...

Decca, 1996

The champion of Rachmaninov's music.
This is a very good set of Rachmaninov's piano works for a very reasonable price indeed. For those who are unfamiliar with the great russian composer's piano works, from the blazing horns, swelling piano chords and seductive strings opening the first piano concerto you feel right away you're in for a very special musical experience. Normally, when you know and appreciate what a musician ...

Symphony (25) Favorites

1 review
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.

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