Rhapsody on a theme of Paganini, op. 43 (1934)


Book Description

This historic reference edition of Sergei Rachmaninoff's Rhapsody on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 43 is composed of a theme and 24 variations. The most notable variation is the 18th, which has been used in countless movies and classical music CD complications. Also included is an outstanding CD recording, from the Naxos label, by internationally renowned artist, Idil Biret, with the Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit conducting. Biret has made more than 70 recordings and has received numerous awards including: Lily Boulanger Memorial, Boston; Harriet Cohen - Dinu Lipatti gold medal, London; Chevalier de l'Ordre du Merite, France; State Artist, Turkey and many others.




Eighteenth Variation "(Rhapsodie on a Theme of Paganini)"


Book Description

The world-famous Rachmaninoff "Eighteenth Variation" has probably graced as many pianos and recitals as has any favorite solo. Lambert's arrangement has faithfully maintained the beauty of the original for intermediate pianists.







The Piano Works of Rachmaninoff - Rhapsody on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 43


Book Description

This beautiful edition is made from the original 1934 2-piano score which is a reduction made by Rachmaninoff himself. The score is very clear and readable, and is configured in 4-staff systems, Piano I and Piano II, so two separate books are required for performance.




The Cambridge Companion to the Concerto


Book Description

A rare volume dedicated entirely to scholarship on the genre of the concerto.







Six Moments Musicaux, Op. 16


Book Description

The six "Musical Moments" Opus 16 are a set of separate solo works for piano composed by Rachmaninoff in 1896. They present forms characteristic of previous musical eras, such as nocturne, song without words, barcarolle, etude, and theme and variations. Titles: No. 1 in B-Flat Minor * No. 2 in E-Flat Minor * No. 3 in B Minor * No. 4 in E Minor * No. 5 in D-Flat Major * No. 6 in C Major.




The Story of Classical Music


Book Description

This recording introduces classical music to the entire family. It looks at the music through the lives of the great composers and their environment from the churches and cathedrals that produced the familiar sound of Gregorian chant, to Johann Sebastian Bach.




1001 Classical Recordings You Must Hear Before You Die


Book Description

A thick and informative guide to the world of classical music and its stunning recordings, complete with images from CD cases, concert halls, and of the musicians themselves.




Complete preludes for piano


Book Description

(Piano Collection). For advanced players, this is Rachmaninoff Complete Preludes, Op. 3, 23 and 32.