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Rachmaninov, Debussy, Beethoven: Cello and Piano Music: Grabois and Nauman
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Rachmaninov, Debussy, Beethoven: Cello and Piano Music: Grabois and Nauman
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by Rachmaninov, Debussy, Beethoven, Adam Grabois, and John Nauman
Price:$15.99
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This is a marvelous recording by two expert musicians who play with the unabashed full-blooded approach most often associated with the (regrettably) bygone so-called "golden age" of string players and pianists during the first half of the 20th century, an age which combined lyrical simplicity, emotional pathos, and breathtaking virtuosic dash. There is nothing apologetic about this music-making--the Beethoven, while appropriately restrained, remains songful and playful, and the performers very capably traverse a broad spectrum of moods within a surprisingly short span of time. The Debussy is delightfully mercurial. My favorite selection is definitely the lesser-known but top-drawer Rachmaninov Sonata, to which the cellist brings a sensuous operatic intensity and the pianist plays what can only be described as virtuoso piano writing with utter command and bravura (I have heard other renditions of this piece--I don't believe you'll find a faster, more exciting version of the Allegro Scherzando, or a more plaintive Andante). Listeners not familiar with the piano and cello literature will find this recording an extremely rewarding introduction. And connoissieurs would do well to acquaint themselves with this unusually committed and fine recording, which includes some unusual and interesting liner notes as well. Hats off!
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Rachmaninov, Debussy, Beethoven: Cello and Piano Music: Grabois and Nauman
by Rachmaninov, Debussy, Beethoven, Adam Grabois, and John Nauman
Price:$15.99
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