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Tchaikovsky: Concerto No. 1/Rachmaninoff: Concerto No. 2 | 
| Creators: Sergey Rachmaninov, Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky, Fritz Reiner, Kiril Kondrashin, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, RCA Victor Orchestra, RCA Victor Symphony Orchestra, Van Cliburn
Label: RCA
Category: Music
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Rating:  49 reviews
Sales Rank: 2569
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 5.5 x 4.6 x 0.5
MPN: 55912
UPC: 078635591224
EAN: 0078635591224
ASIN: B000003EUG
Release Date: January 12, 1993
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| Tracks:
| • | Piano Concerto No. 1 in B flat minor, Op. 23: Allegro non troppo e molto maestoso - Allegro con spirito | | • | Piano Concerto No. 1 in B flat minor, Op. 23: Andantino simplice - Prestissimo | | • | Piano Concerto No. 1 in B flat minor, Op. 23: Allegro con fuoco | | • | Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minor, Op. 18: No. 1, Moderato | | • | Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minor, Op. 18: No. 2, Adagio sostenuto | | • | Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minor, Op. 18: No. 3, Allegro scherzando |
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Amazon.com essential recording
What a story there is behind this recording! When Van Cliburn won the International Tchaikovsky Competition in Moscow at the height of the Cold War with his playing of this concerto, it created an international sensation. The recording followed immediately thereafter, and Cliburn was launched on an international career of unprecedented celebrity for a classical musician. Perhaps the attention was too much, too soon, given his subsequent burn-out and retirement from public life. Fortunately, we have these unique recordings to document what was, by all accounts, a genuine phenomenon. This is the disc "heard 'round the world." --David Hurwitz
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 Beyond Beautiful Music, Beyond Brilliant Pianist October 22, 2009
Rebecca*rhapsodyinblue* (CA USA)
"It seemed that I was born to play the piano." ~ Van Cliburn ~
To my ears, Tchaikovsky's "Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 23" and Rachmaninoff's "Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18" are two of the most ingeniously beautiful concerti ever written where the creative juices of the two of the most brilliant classical composers were utilized to the fullest.
Who could better play my favorite Tchaikovsky masterpiece than Van Cliburn who himself was the winner of Tchaikovsky competition held in Moscow in 1958? Time Magazine featured him on its cover after the much-acclaimed victory and described him as "The Texan Who Conquered Russia." A product of prestigious Julliard School of Music, Van Cliburn is undoubtedly one of the best classical pianists the world has ever known whose piano playing technique is truly exceptional. The mere fact that he can beautifully play Tchaikovsky's most sublime masterpiece and be a winner is an amazing accomplishment by itself. And an added pride in this wonderful recital is his being able to play another masterpiece from Rachmaninoff and still standout. Mr. Cliburn has an innate expressiveness that, to me, is a requisite to be an effective pianist. His piano playing is so powerful that it can command the listeners to lend an ear with their undivided attention to fully appreciate these two stupendous concerti note for note--all in three movements each.
Of the three movements of Tchaikovsky's "Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 23," my ears are drawn to the most charming movement, "Allegro non Troppo e Molto Maestoso." With its almost twenty-one minutes of playing time, it is simply a musical astonishment. This concerto is also my late father's favorite of favorites and he believed that it is the most incredible, ingenious piece of music of all classical compositions. I echo his opinion as I am greatly influenced by his musical tastes.
As for Rachmaninoff's "Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18," my favorite movement is "Allegro Scherzando." Its playing time is almost twelve minutes and listening to it is such a very enjoyable musical adventure from its first notes to the very last. This concerto is also a musical marvel.
On Tchaikovsky's concerto, Van Cliburn is backed by the RCA Symphony Orchestra conducted by Kiril Kondrashin and the Rachmaninoff pieces by Chicago Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Fritz Reiner.
For classical music lovers who appreciate the beautiful music of incredibly inspired minds of Tchaikovsky and Rachmaninoff, and the amazing piano artistry of Van Cliburn, your musical journey wouldn't be as glorious as it is without this album in your collection. You'll love it as much as I do. It's 100% a keeper!
With my heartfelt recommendation.
* * * * *TEN STARS* * * * *
 My first Van Album June 19, 2008
S. Lynch (California)
I can't call myself an aficionado so take this for what it is worth. The Rachmaninoff Concerto is played during some ad (that I can't remember) and this spoils it for me. Okay so I'm a Philistine But it is a good recording and the Tchaikovsky is great. Refer to the experts (ha-ha) here for technical details. I am glad to have this recording in my library.
Great Tchaikovsky better Rachmaninoff Elsewhere April 14, 2008
Kenneth S. Wheelock
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is arguably one of the finest Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto recordings of all time. Unfortunately its not matched with a comparable performance of the Rachmaninoff Second Piano Concerto - the tempi are ponderous and Mr. Cliburn slogs through the 'alla marcia" in the first movement as if he were wearing fly-fishing waders. He peaked in his early years and there was no further artistic growth. Having heard him bungle his live concerto performances at Tanglewood, I know why he insists his live performances not be broadcast - his reputation is based on recording engineers and retakes. His victory in Moscow was political, he made a musical career out of it.
 Over-rated March 5, 2008
Joe
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
It's really weird to see the many raving reviews of this recording. I was skeptical, so I borrowed this CD from the library to hear if it was as good as people say. The orchestra was no match for Van Cliburn, which makes the whole thing unbalanced. Also, I think other soloists (Richter, Gilels) have more subtlety and shade in their playing. So anyway, do compare this recording with others and see for yourself.
Hard to beat January 24, 2008
stilllost
The two greatest piano concertos of all times played by the master. What more could one ask?
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