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Saint-Saens (1835-1921)

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From the BBC archives comes a live performance of Cherkassky's mature years, including some of his repertoire for the first time! Shula Cherkassky (1909-1995) was born in Odessa, Ukraine, emigrated to the United States, and spent the second half of his life in England. Here comes a live recording of two concertos he performed just before turning 74. The Saint-Saens Concerto No. 2 is Cherkassky's first appearance in the repertoire, but its stylish conception is perfectly suited to him, and the way he plays it, which not only shows off his brilliant technique but also brings out the gorgeousness of the work, will be very much appreciated by his fans. The performance with Rattle at the Edinburgh Festival is also a must-see. In Liszt's Concerto No. 1, we can enjoy the undiminished virtuosity of a man who has remained active throughout his life. The second half includes three pieces from a solo recital he gave at the age of 70. The stereo recordings are clear and capture the texture of the piano well. Naxos Japan

Tracklisting:

1.Piano Concerto No. 2 in G minor Op. 22~Andante sostenuto
2.Piano Concerto No. 2 in G minor Op. 22~Allegro scherzando
3.Piano Concerto No. 2 in G minor Op. 22~Presto
4.Piano Concerto No. 1 in E flat S. 124~I. Allegro maestoso
5.Piano Concerto No. 1 in E flat S. 124~II. Quasi adagio / III. Allegretto vivace - Allegro animato
6.Piano Concerto No. 1 in E flat S. 124~IV. Allegro marziale animato
7.15 Variations and a Fugue (in E flat) Op. 35 'Eroica Variations'~Introduzione col Basso del Tema: Allegretto vivace - Tema
8.15 Variations and a Fugue (in E flat) Op. 35 'Eroica Variations'~Var. I
9.15 Variations and a Fugue (in E flat) Op. 35 'Eroica Variations'~Var. II
10.15 Variations and a Fugue (in E flat) Op. 35 'Eroica Variations'~Var. III
11.15 Variations and a Fugue (in E flat) Op. 35 'Eroica Variations'~Var. IV
12.15 Variations and a Fugue (in E flat) Op. 35 'Eroica Variations'~Var. V
13.15 Variations and a Fugue (in E flat) Op. 35 'Eroica Variations'~Var. VI
14.15 Variations and a Fugue (in E flat) Op. 35 'Eroica Variations'~Var. VII Canone all'ottava
15.15 Variations and a Fugue (in E flat) Op. 35 'Eroica Variations'~Var. VIII
16.15 Variations and a Fugue (in E flat) Op. 35 'Eroica Variations'~Var. IX
17.15 Variations and a Fugue (in E flat) Op. 35 'Eroica Variations'~Var. X
18.15 Variations and a Fugue (in E flat) Op. 35 'Eroica Variations'~Var. XI
19.15 Variations and a Fugue (in E flat) Op. 35 'Eroica Variations'~Var. XII
20.15 Variations and a Fugue (in E flat) Op. 35 'Eroica Variations'~Var. XIII
21.15 Variations and a Fugue (in E flat) Op. 35 'Eroica Variations'~Var. XIV Minore
22.15 Variations and a Fugue (in E flat) Op. 35 'Eroica Variations'~Var. XV Maggiore: Largo - Coda
23.15 Variations and a Fugue (in E flat) Op. 35 'Eroica Variations'~Finale. Alla Fuga: Allegro con brio - Andante con moto
24.Humoresques de concert Op. 14~No. 1 Minuet in G
25.Waltz in E minor