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Brahms: The Piano Concertos; Fantasias Op.116 [Box set]

~ Berliner Philharmoniker
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  • Audio CD (12 Feb 1996)
  • SPARS Code: ADD
  • Number of Discs: 2
  • Format: Box set
  • Label: Decca (UMO)
  • ASIN: B000001GQY
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
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Disc: 1
1. 1. Maestoso - Poco più moderato - Emil Gilels, Berliner Philharmoniker, Eugen Jochum
2. 2. Adagio - Emil Gilels, Berliner Philharmoniker, Eugen Jochum
3. 3. Rondo (Allegro non troppo) - Emil Gilels, Berliner Philharmoniker, Eugen Jochum
Disc: 2
1. 1. Allegro non troppo - Emil Gilels, Berliner Philharmoniker, Eugen Jochum
2. 2. Allegro appassionato - Emil Gilels, Berliner Philharmoniker, Eugen Jochum
3. 3. Andante - Più adagio - Emil Gilels, Berliner Philharmoniker, Eugen Jochum, Ottomar Borwitzky
4. 4. Allegretto grazioso - Un poco più presto - Emil Gilels, Berliner Philharmoniker, Eugen Jochum
5. 1. Capriccio in D minor - Emil Gilels
6. 2. Intermezzo in A minor - Emil Gilels
7. 3. Capriccio in G minor - Emil Gilels
8. 4. Intermezzo in E major - Emil Gilels
9. 5. Intermezzo in E minor - Emil Gilels
10. 6. Intermezzo in E major - Emil Gilels
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On this CD:
  1. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 1 in D minor
    Composed by Johannes Brahms
    Performed by Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra
    with Emil Gilels
    Conducted by Eugen Jochum

  2. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 2 in B flat
    Composed by Johannes Brahms
    Performed by Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra
    with Emil Gilels
    Conducted by Eugen Jochum

  3. Seven Piano Pieces
    Composed by Johannes Brahms
    with Emil Gilels

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Masterful, 22 Feb 2006
By Ganja Flaneur (The Land of Nod) - See all my reviews
There can be no doubt that Gilels is brilliant here, in the First, in the Second, and in the Fantasies.

For those who are particular fans of the Second, may I also recommend having a look at Gilels' earlier, more energetic recording of the Second, with Reiner and the Chicago Symphony. There are some for whom this may be the preferable disc, though my advice would be to get both.

Also, do please have a listen to Solomon, who has made some of the greatest recordings of Brahms piano concertos, both of which are easily available on Testament, and include some other beautiful Brahms piano works. Of particular note, I think, are the Handel Variations.

(Note that, like Gilels, Solomon is also exceptional when it comes to playing Beethoven.)

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20 of 21 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Brahms and Gilels, 24 Oct 2003
By Mr S P Mitchell (Wirral United Kingdom) - See all my reviews
The ultimate test is how well does the pianist perform in the first few bars of the second piano concerto?. The degree of sensitivity here is beyond description.

These performances are not only exemplary, but monumental in both concertos. These are recordings to die for. Gilels is the best of the very best. The recording quality too is exemplary. Warm and extremely realistic piano tone, vibrant brass, and a spacious sound.

No true Brahms lover should ever live without these magnificent recordings. These discs are really special.

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19 of 20 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Simply the best, 3 Dec 2004
Playing Brahms is so different to any other concertos. The soloist needs to reflect upon the grandeur of Beethoven 'Emperor', simplicity of Schumann, passion of Grieg Piano concerto, and at times, the ability to simply go 'over-the-top' like in Tchaikovsky. The music is working at many different levels, and good soloists know this.
This recording is so special because it balances these different aspects so perfectly. Brahms himself would have been happy about the sensitivity with which Gilels treats the first few bars of the 1st movement of the Second Concerto. However, at the same time, Gilels is aggressive when he needs to (if you have this recording, I suggest you listen to the section starting at 7:05 of the first movement of Brahms 2). The balance of quiet first section and the strong, emotionally-charging block chord section is absolutely perfect.
Good soloist also needs a good orchestra, and here, Berlin Philharmoniker certainly delivers. I am particularly impressed with the horn section, which conveys the distinctive German Romantic atmosphere beautifully.
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5.0 out of 5 stars The ultimate Brahms performance
This double disc album represents the very best performance of the two Brahms piano concertos.
Published 14 days ago by R. A. Brown

5.0 out of 5 stars Symphonic Rendition of the Piano Concetos
These are heaven-made performances of Brahms concerti & solo piano music. What makes Gilels/Jochum version stand out from the rest is the way they treat the concertos basically as... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Scriabinmahler

5.0 out of 5 stars Classical Romanticism
When we hear a piece by Brahms, we hear typically 19th century meoldies soaring over strict classical disciplined harmony. Read more
Published on 20 Feb 2006 by Tenor man

4.0 out of 5 stars Fine if you like the "lyrical" approach
There are 2 main types of recording of Brahms' piano concertos.

(a) "Lyrical" - Gilels+Jochum (on this page) is the best-known example.
(b) "Heroic". Read more

Published on 17 Dec 2005 by philcha

5.0 out of 5 stars Great music. Great performance.
Brahms' first Piano Concerto is a sublime piece of music - classic Brahms: complex, passionate, surprising and very rewarding. Read more
Published on 15 Jan 2002

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