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Horowitz Plays ScarlattiHorowitz Plays Scarlatti
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Delightfully intricate piano music from an early master dashed into today's tones by a great romantic. Composing in a forbidding environment, Scarlatti still speaks to pianists today with brilliant authority.
Antonio Vivaldi: Late Violin Concertos (RV177 / RV222 / RV273 / RV295 / RV375 / RV191) - Giuliano Carmignola / Venice Baroque Orchestra / Andrea MarconAntonio Vivaldi: Late Violin Concertos (RV177 / RV222 / RV273 / RV295 / RV375 / RV191) - Giuliano Carmignola / Venice Baroque Orchestra / Andrea Marcon by Antonio Vivaldi
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Unusual late violin concertos that bring out a personal voice from Vivaldi. This is an astounding recording. Guiliano recorded others, but this is the dramatic best. Brilliant.
J.S. Bach: Toccata, Partita, English Suite 2/ Martha ArgerichJ.S. Bach: Toccata, Partita, English Suite 2/ Martha Argerich
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Vibrant piano music from the baroque through lightening fingers. A fiery presentation of JS Bach.
Bach: The Concerto AlbumBach: The Concerto Album
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Never mind the obvious marketing ploy, this really is precise and superb Bach. The young musicians put their heart, excitement and virtuousity into this recording.
Handel: Water Music; Music for the Royal FireworksHandel: Water Music; Music for the Royal Fireworks
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Wonderful pagentry , playfully emotional conversations to the majesty of the mind. This recording is brilliantly played on period instruments. A great recording.
Haydn: Symphonies No. 6 "Le Matin", No. 7 "Le Midi", No. 8 "Le Soir"Haydn: Symphonies No. 6 "Le Matin", No. 7 "Le Midi", No. 8 "Le Soir"
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Early and youthful charm from the great father of the Symphony. This was his calling card in his new position. Masterpieces from the start.
Haydn: The Last 3 String QuartetsHaydn: The Last 3 String Quartets
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Haydn was the "father" of the symphony and the string quartet. This is an energetic period instrument rendering of Papa Haydn's last three quartets.
Mozart: Symphonies Nos. 28, 33, & 35Mozart: Symphonies Nos. 28, 33, & 35
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Crisp, exuberant playing form the great Szell/Cleveland era remastered sound. "Everyday" works by Amadeus that are stars above the best of many other composers top work.
Mozart: Violin Concertos Nos. 1-5; Haffner SerenadeMozart: Violin Concertos Nos. 1-5; Haffner Serenade
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Inward, lively perfomances by a very fine team of musicians, a two-cd gem. One of the best recordings of these concertos.
Mozart: Piano Concertos Nos. 6, 17 & 21 / Géza AndaMozart: Piano Concertos Nos. 6, 17 & 21 / Géza Anda
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This has long been a famous concerto recording which has been remastered. But the real master is Mozart, who was a phenomenal improvisor. His last piano concertos from 15 on are mini operas in themselves.
Beethoven: Symphonies Nos. 5 & 7 / ReinerBeethoven: Symphonies Nos. 5 & 7 / Reiner
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Beethoven's deep storming symphonies played to the hilt, swords at ready to pen the poem.
Beethoven: Piano Concertos Nos. 3 & 4Beethoven: Piano Concertos Nos. 3 & 4
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Vivacious soundings from Beethoven's instrument in concert form, fantastic comradery. The price is not a give away. This is a great peformance...a jewel found in the rough.
Hilary Hahn ~ Beethoven - Violin Concerto · Bernstein - SerenadeHilary Hahn ~ Beethoven - Violin Concerto · Bernstein - Serenade by Ludwig van Beethoven
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Although many young musicians peak and disappear, Hilary Hahn continues to play with great depth and taste. The famous Beethoven concerto couldn't be more richly served. A great recording. The Bernstein is good fun.
Beethoven: Piano SonatasBeethoven: Piano Sonatas
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The most famous piano musings of Beethoven richly extracted by the majestic Arrau.
Great Recordings Of The Century - Schubert: Symphonies nos. 3, 5, & 6 / Beecham, Royal Philharmonic OrchestraGreat Recordings Of The Century - Schubert: Symphonies nos. 3, 5, & 6 / Beecham, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra by Sir Thomas Beecham
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Enjoyably charming performances from the young song-filled Schubert at the hands of the great Beecham. Probably never to be bettered in performance.
Schubert: Impromptus For PianoSchubert: Impromptus For Piano
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Profoundly introspective piano music from Schubert through Perahia. Nothing off-hand here. You'll come back to these pieces again and again.
Grieg: Piano Concerto; Schumann: Piano Concerto; KonzertstückGrieg: Piano Concerto; Schumann: Piano Concerto; Konzertstück
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These are the epitome of "romantic" piano concertos. This recording give the term warhorse a good name. Brillant and beautiful. Enjoy
Schumann: The 4 SymphoniesSchumann: The 4 Symphonies
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Disturbingly emotional symphonies from the view of a kindred spirit...romanticism from the depths of the subconscious.
Johannes Brahms: Symphony No. 4 in E minor, Op. 98 - Carlos Kleiber / Vienna Philharmonic OrchestraJohannes Brahms: Symphony No. 4 in E minor, Op. 98 - Carlos Kleiber / Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra by Johannes Brahms
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Philosophy and energetic passion drive this beautifully played masterpiece.
Bernstein Century - Tchaikovsky: Symphony no 4, etc / New York POBernstein Century - Tchaikovsky: Symphony no 4, etc / New York PO
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Tchaikovsky meets Bernstein and the house loses its roof: fate is transcended
Tchaikovsky & Mendelssohn: Violin ConcertosTchaikovsky & Mendelssohn: Violin Concertos
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Heifetz, one of the greatest violinist ever to play, tears the fabric of common place with electric performances of two of the greatest violin concertos.
Rachmaninoff: Concerto No. 3 in D minor, Op. 30 / Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 1 in B flat minor, Op. 23Rachmaninoff: Concerto No. 3 in D minor, Op. 30 / Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 1 in B flat minor, Op. 23 by Sergei Rachmaninov
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A stormy pianist enlivening these monster concertos: these Titans have been transformed!
Jean Sibelius: Symphony No. 2; FinlandiaJean Sibelius: Symphony No. 2; Finlandia
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A wisp of the frigid fiord braces the hero as he gains entry to Valhalla. These are stirring pieces in fine sound.
Rachmaninov: Symphony No. 2 / Vocalise / Aleko: Intermezzo & Women's Dance (EMI Great Recordings of the Century)Rachmaninov: Symphony No. 2 / Vocalise / Aleko: Intermezzo & Women's Dance (EMI Great Recordings of the Century) by Sergei Rachmaninov
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Lush, rich, orchestral sounds, a greeting card from the heart. One of Previn's finest achievements.
Shostakovich: Symphonies Nos. 5 & 9Shostakovich: Symphonies Nos. 5 & 9
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From under the totalitarian fist, freedom and passion reign as evoked by the ever-fascinating Bernstein.
Prokofiev: Piano Concertos Nos. 1 & 3Prokofiev: Piano Concertos Nos. 1 & 3
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Acerbic and witty, Prokofiev commented on his tramatic era differently than Shostakovich. The 1st Concerto is of sharp vitality. The 3rd Concerto is a concert hall favorite. Both are played electrically in this great, remastered recording.