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Horowitz plays the Rachmaninov 3rd Piano Concerto in Avery Fisher Hall, New York, 1978 with Zubin Mehta.
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Horowitz Rachmaninoff 3rd Concerto Mehta NYPO, 1978

1stpiano's most popular solo piano music, including Beethoven's Moonlight Sonata, Debussy's Clair de Lune, Bach, Liszt, Mozart and more.

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Selection from Daniel Pollack's newest CD, "Daniel Pollack in Moscow," recently released in the US.

Rachmaninoff - Prelude in G minor op.23 no.5

Miguel Santana spielt Rachmaninoff Klaviersonate Nº 2 Op. 31 in B-moll.

Rachmaninoff  Sonata No. 2 Op. 36 in B-flat minor (1931 version)

Claude Debussy’s Clair de Lune is the third movement of his Suite Bergamasque, written for solo piano and completed in 1905. The title, meaning “Moonlight,” is inspired by Paul Verlaine’s poem, evoking a serene and reflective atmosphere. The piece epitomizes French Impressionism, focusing on mood and imagery over traditional form.
Structure and Atmosphere

The piece is in ternary form (ABA):

    Opening (A):
    A soft, flowing melody emerges over delicate arpeggios. The music feels weightless, like moonlight shimmering on water. Debussy uses rich harmonies and seventh chords to create a dreamlike quality, with a tender, introspective mood.

    Middle Section (B):
    The dynamics intensify, with fuller textures and soaring melodic lines. This section brings a sense of emotional depth and urgency, contrasting with the calm opening. Arpeggios cascade dramatically, giving the impression of moonlight suddenly brightening or revealing hidden beauty.

    Closing (A):
    The opening material returns, slightly varied, fading into a gentle, whisper-like conclusion. The piece ends as quietly as it began, leaving a sense of stillness and wonder.

Musical Features

    Harmonics: Debussy’s use of whole-tone scales, parallel chords, and non-functional harmony creates a suspended, ethereal soundscape.
    Melody: The lyrical melody floats effortlessly above the accompaniment, expressing both simplicity and emotional depth.
    Texture: Light, transparent textures alternate with moments of lush, resonant fullness, embodying the interplay of light and shadow.

Mood and Interpretation

Clair de Lune evokes the quiet magic of a moonlit night, combining serenity with subtle melancholy. Its poetic quality invites listeners to imagine moonlight reflecting on a calm lake, whispering through trees, or illuminating a tranquil landscape. The music feels timeless, blending stillness with fleeting moments of intensity.

Cultural Impact

This iconic piece has been widely used in films (Ocean’s Eleven, Twilight) and pop culture, often accompanying scenes of romance, nostalgia, or quiet reflection. Its universal appeal lies in its ability to evoke deep emotion while remaining understated.
Performance Notes

Expressive dynamics, fluid phrasing, and careful pedaling are essential to capturing its delicate atmosphere. A balance between freedom and control ensures its dreamlike flow remains intact.

Clair de Lune is a masterpiece of impressionistic music, celebrated for its ability to transport listeners into a realm of quiet beauty and introspection.

Claude Debussy - The Essential Collection

Clair de Lune

Clair de Lune - Debussy

カードキャプターさくら - 夜の歌 (Cardcaptor Sakura - Night song / Sakura, la caçadora de cartes - Cançó de la nit / Sakura, la cazadora de cartas - Canción de la noche)

Improved piano version. Added the missing notes and improved the tempo. Has been a hard work but I think is a nice song ;P

All the copyrights go to their respective owners of the original song.

Cardcaptor Sakura - Yoru no Uta (Piano Improved Version)

This track is from the album Saint-Saens violin Concerto, Beethoven Triple Concerto and is available for purchase on CD Baby here: http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/allaa

Camille Saint-Saens, violin concerto N.3 in B minor op 61, 3rd m

Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minor, Op. 18, 1st mvt.

Too bad i cannot find all the tracks, but this is me playing this in university. Still one of my favorite pieces, though I have moved on from playing only Rachmaninoff. (Mike Barry)

Rachmaninoff - Piano Concerto No 2 (Abridged)

Forma part de l'obra "Années de Pèlerinage" , Prémier Année: Suisse de Franz Liszt.
Inspirada en la novel·la "Obermann" de Senancour.

Del cd "El piano en el Romanticisme europeu"   Montse Rios, piano

La Vallée d'Obermann   Franz Liszt - Montse Rios, piano

A cello sextet arrangement of this hauntingly beautiful piece by Sergei Rachmaninoff. Originally for voice (soprano or tenor) and piano, and published in 1912.

Arranged and performed by Deryn Cullen

Mixed, produced and mastered by Dan Cullen

Rachmaninoff - Vocalise Op. 34, No. 14

Title: Prelude in C# Minor Op. 3 No. 2
Composer:: Sergei Rachmaninoff
Pianist: Maggie Wong

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Prelude in C# Minor Op. 3 No. 2 - Sergei Rachmaninoff

Purejunk’s reworking of Saint-Saëns’ Le Carnaval des Animaux – Aquarium (Mouvement No. 7). A wicked fused-up electro version of this classical masterpiece by Saint-Saëns from the 1880s. The single is a taster of the Purejunk “Class Acts” album full of classical mashups which will be released in September 2015. 

SPOTIFY: https://sptfy.com/a0nc
BANDCAMP: purejunkmusic.bandcamp.com/album/class-acts

Purejunk vs. Camille Saint-Saens: Le Carnaval Des Animaux - Mouvement No. 7 - Aquarium

Liebesträume No.3 - Franz Liszt (1811 – 1886)

Pianist: Ryo Fukaura, UCL medical student, playing the piece from memory, in the Peter Samuel Hall at the Royal Free Hospital.

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