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Rachmaninv Rarities
This is a wonderful recording of works by Rachmaninov that are rarely heard and almost never recorded. Both the "Chopin" and "Corelli" Variations are masterworks in this form, played with a flawless technique and a true understanding of the romantic style. The song transcriptions by the pianist of Rachmaninov's most touching melodies are masterful and suggest what it must have been like to hear Franz Liszt play his transcriptions of the songs of Franz Schubert. "Vocalise" will bring tears to your eyes, and "Floods of Spring" will make your heart leap for joy.....
[Sunday, September 16, 2001]
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