Mikhail Pletnev- The Erato Recordings: 1988-2001 (CD)

Mikhail Pletnev, a virtuoso pianist of the Russian school, rose to global fame after winning the 1978 Tchaikovsky International Piano Competition. Known for his formidable technique and deep musical insight, his Erato recordings (formerly Virgin Classics) showcase his remarkable versatility and unique ability to bring emotional depth and fresh perspectives to works by Chopin, Haydn, Rachmaninov, Mozart, Tchaikovsky, and Mussorgsky. Despite his reserved nature, Pletnev's deeply personal interpretations continue to captivate listeners, solidifying his reputation as one of the most thoughtful and imaginative musicians of his generation.

Track List

1. Scarlatti 31 Sonatas
2. Haydn Variations in F minor
3. Sonatas Nos. 3360 ; 62
4. Keyboard Concertos Nos. 47 ; 11
5. Mozart Piano Concertos Nos. 9 'Jeunehomme'2023 ; 24
6. Beethoven Sonatas Nos. 14 'Moonlight' 21 'Waldstein' ; 23 'Appassionata'
7. Chopin Sonata No. 2
8. Nocturnes Nos. 5131820
9. Barcarolle
10. Scherzo No. 2
11. Brahms Clarinet Sonatas
12. Weber Grand Duo Concertant
13. Mussorgsky Pictures from An Exhibition
14. Tchaikovsky Music from the Sleeping Beauty
15. Tchaikovsky 6 Pieces Op. 21
16. The Seasons
17. Piano Concertos Nos. 1-3
18. Concert Fantasy
19. Symphony No. 6 'Pathétique'
20. Marche Slave
21. Scriabin 24 Preludes Op. 11
22. Preludes Op. 51 No. 2 ; Op. 49 No. 2 ·
23. Sonatas Nos. 4 ; 10
24. Rêverie
25. 3 Morceaux Op. 45
26. Poème Languide
27. Danse Languide
28. Morceaux Op. 57
29. Rachmaninov Piano Concerto No. 1
30. Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini

UPC > 5021732661395

Format > New CD

Label > Erato

Release Date > Release Date: 8.22.25

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