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Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minor, Op. 18 & Piano Concerto No. 3 in D minor, Op. 30

3/24/2023, 6 Tracks, 1:11:41

Featuring

  • Abbey Simon
  • Leonard Slatkin
  • Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra
  • Sergei Rachmaninoff

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Composer Biography

Rachmaninov considered himself first and foremost a composer, despite his fame as a virtuoso pianist.

Source: Booklet

Recording & Production

Marc Aubort and Joanna Nickrenz of Elite Recordings, who produced this album, won a GRAMMY Award for 'Producer of the Year, Classical' in 1984.

Source: Booklet

Performer Biography

The Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra, featured on this recording, is America's second oldest orchestra and is known for its prolific and acclaimed recording history.

Source: Booklet

Performer Biography

Abbey Simon, the pianist, suffered severe hand injuries in a car accident but was able to perform at Carnegie Hall within three months after reconstructive surgery.

Source: Booklet

Composer's Artistic Vision

Rachmaninov believed a composer's music should express their country of birth, love affairs, and religion, reflecting the sum total of their experiences.

Source: Booklet

Composer Biography

Sergey Rachmaninov, the composer, grew up in a musical family and never pursued a career outside of music.

Source: Booklet

Performer Biography

Abbey Simon, the pianist on this recording, began private studies with Josef Hofmann at age eight and won the Naumberg Award at 19, launching his career.

Source: Booklet

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