Tchaikovsky. Piano Concerto No.1, Symphony No.6. R
Label: Praga Catalog: PRD 350069 Format: Super Audio CDs Sviatoslav Richter (piano), Leningrad Philharmonic Orchestra, Yevgeny MravinskyComposed by: , , This volume from Praga's critically-acclaimed Richter Edition series features an audiophile SACD remastering of the great Russian pianist playing Tchaikovsky. The program pairs the composer's two most popular scores in performances by two uncontested Russian masters. This recording resurrects of one of Sviatoslav Richter's rare encounters with one of the finest conductors of the 20th century, Yevgeny Mravinsky. Richter is heard in a fiery 1958 recording of the first Piano Concerto, while Mravinsky is featured in a 1956 recording of the Pathétique symphony. This is an indispensable release for anyone interested in these two legendary artists. Price: $24.98 |