Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minor, Op. 18: II. Adagio sostenuto
Sergei Vasilievich Rachmaninoff (Russian: Сергей Васильевич Рахманинов, Ser… Read Full Bio ↴Sergei Vasilievich Rachmaninoff (Russian: Сергей Васильевич Рахманинов, Sergej Vasil'evič Rahmaninov, April 1, 1873 (N.S.) or March 20, 1873 (O.S.) – March 28, 1943) was a Russian composer, pianist, and conductor.
He was one of the greatest pianists of his generation, having legendary technical facilities and rhythmic drive. His large hands were able to cover the interval of a thirteenth on the keyboard (a hand span of approximately twelve inches). Many recordings were made by the Victor Talking Machine Company recording label of his performing his own music as well as works from the standard repertoire. He is often named as one of the greatest pianists of the twentieth century.
His reputation as a composer, on the other hand, has varied considerably since his death. The 1954 edition of Grove's Dictionary of Music and Musicians notoriously dismissed his music as "monotonous in texture ... consist[ing] mainly of artificial and gushing tunes ..." and predicted that his popular success was "not likely to last". However his popularity among both musicians and audiences has if anything increased during the second half of the twentieth century, with some of his symphonies and other orchestral works, songs and choral music recognized as masterpieces alongside the more familiar piano works.
His compositions include, among others, four piano concerti, three symphonies, two piano sonatas, three operas, a choral symphony (The Bells, based on the poem by Edgar Allan Poe), the All-Night Vigil for unaccompanied choir (often known as Rachmaninoff's Vespers), the Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, 24 Preludes (including the famous Prelude in C-sharp minor), 17 Études-tableaux, Symphonic Dances and many songs, of which the most famous is the wordless Vocalise. Most of his pieces are in a late Romantic style akin to Tchaikovsky, although strong influences of Chopin and Liszt are apparent. Further inspiration included the music of Balakirev, Mussorgsky, Medtner (whom he considered the greatest contemporary composer) and Henselt.
He was one of the greatest pianists of his generation, having legendary technical facilities and rhythmic drive. His large hands were able to cover the interval of a thirteenth on the keyboard (a hand span of approximately twelve inches). Many recordings were made by the Victor Talking Machine Company recording label of his performing his own music as well as works from the standard repertoire. He is often named as one of the greatest pianists of the twentieth century.
His reputation as a composer, on the other hand, has varied considerably since his death. The 1954 edition of Grove's Dictionary of Music and Musicians notoriously dismissed his music as "monotonous in texture ... consist[ing] mainly of artificial and gushing tunes ..." and predicted that his popular success was "not likely to last". However his popularity among both musicians and audiences has if anything increased during the second half of the twentieth century, with some of his symphonies and other orchestral works, songs and choral music recognized as masterpieces alongside the more familiar piano works.
His compositions include, among others, four piano concerti, three symphonies, two piano sonatas, three operas, a choral symphony (The Bells, based on the poem by Edgar Allan Poe), the All-Night Vigil for unaccompanied choir (often known as Rachmaninoff's Vespers), the Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, 24 Preludes (including the famous Prelude in C-sharp minor), 17 Études-tableaux, Symphonic Dances and many songs, of which the most famous is the wordless Vocalise. Most of his pieces are in a late Romantic style akin to Tchaikovsky, although strong influences of Chopin and Liszt are apparent. Further inspiration included the music of Balakirev, Mussorgsky, Medtner (whom he considered the greatest contemporary composer) and Henselt.
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Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minor Op. 18: II. Adagio sostenuto
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-𝐏𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐚𝐧-^_^
In this world, where no one understands me, I find peace and inspiration only in Rachmaninoff's works...His musics is just..magicial...classical music is really the only thing that understands me. You guys know, the world is truly cruel. but there is only art and magic in classical music. and that makes me happy..Rachamninoff makes me happy.. It keeps me up against all odds...And right now, I'm really happy to write this comment with tears in my eyes..
Tugce Özyesil
You’re very right..Rachmaninoff’s works are amazing🥺
Precious Amber
This has got to be one of my favorite classical pieces ever. I feel like a whole story unfolds before my eyes when I listen to it. It's really so beautiful, especially from 9:55 on... makes me tear up every time.
igordevetak
it's actually a romantic piece
The Only Dino
lmao
Makayla Perez
My good friend showed this to me on vinyl in my room. We sat there leaning against the wall staring and tearing up completely speechless from how beautiful it is. This song makes my heart feel like nothing else ever has before. Truly the most beautiful thing I’ve ever heard.
RosyAfterglow
Whatever faults my father had, I will always be grateful that his love of music was not one of them. I grew up with the classics first and to this day, I am able to appreciate so much more...from genre to styles to culture to flavor to expressions...all because of the early exposure he gave me to the musicality of the classics. Thank you, Dad. Whether it was accidental or by design, you gave me the world through music. I will always love you for that. I celebrate you with this my favorite piece by your favorite composer.
Lucy Mc
This is possibly the most beautiful thing I have ever heard in my life. stunning.
Samu • há 7 anos atrás
A melodia mais linda que já ouvi 😶
Майя Труш
это самая красивая музыка, которую я слышала. Я даже прослезилась.