Rubinstein: Fantasia in E Minor, Op. 77, 5 Pieces, Op. 69 & Trot de cavalerie
8/22/2025, 10 Tracks, 1:15:35
Featuring
Regina Chernychko
Anton Rubinstein
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Critical Reception
Despite his success as a pianist and pedagogue, Rubinstein was mortified that his compositions, such as Piano Concerto No. 4, did not achieve comparable lasting success.
Composer Biography
Anton Rubinstein founded the Russian Musical Society, which led to the establishment of the St Petersburg and Moscow Conservatories, a significant achievement for Russian music education.
Composer Biography
Rubinstein toured Europe as a child prodigy from 1840 to 1843, meeting notable figures like Chopin, Liszt, and Mendelssohn.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Rubinstein famously described himself as 'neither fish nor fowl' due to being claimed by various groups, and he opposed the Russian nationalist musical style.
Critical Reception
Clara Schumann, a leading 19th-century pianist, was highly critical of Rubinstein's piano playing, while Liszt referred to him as 'Van II' due to his Beethovenian style.
Performer Biography
Regina Chernychko, the pianist on this recording, won the 60th Maria Canals International Piano Competition and made her orchestral debut at the age of seven.
Composer Biography
Anton Rubinstein's career coincided with the piano's rise to prominence as the most played musical instrument, aiding his enormous popularity.
