Rachmaninov's Piano Concerto No. 2, composed after a period of depression, became so famous that its theme was later adapted by Frank Sinatra.
Composition History
The Moments Musicaux, Op. 16, cycle is seen as a psychological journey from darkness to triumphant light, foreshadowing Rachmaninov's later struggles and eventual success after his Piano Concerto No. 2.
Composition History
Rachmaninov composed his Six Moments Musicaux, Op. 16, in just three months in 1896, largely due to his difficult economic situation and his desire to establish himself among respected composers.
Album & Artwork
This album is Luis Fernando Pérez's seventh recording with Mirare Records, a number he considers magical and perfect, referencing Pythagoras and Hippocrates.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Rachmaninoff's music, for Luis Fernando Pérez, embodies purity, warmth, and an eternal, comforting melancholia, reflecting Russian folklore, landscapes, and the Orthodox Church.
Performer Biography
Luis Fernando Pérez, the pianist on this recording, is praised for his virtuosity and communication, and is considered 'The Renaissance of Spanish Piano' by Le Monde.
Composer Biography
Rachmaninov eventually disliked his Prélude in C sharp minor (1892) because its immense popularity overshadowed his other, more mature works.
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