BRAHMS, J.: Piano Concerto No. 2 / ALBENIZ, I. / CHOPIN, F. / SCRIABIN, A.: Piano Music (Achucarro, London Symphony, C. Davis)
Soloist:
Achucarro, Joaquin
Orchestra:
London Symphony Orchestra
Conductor:
Davis, Colin
Composer:
Brahms, Johannes
Composer:
Chopin, Fryderyk
Composer:
Scriabin, Alexander
Composer:
Albeniz, Isaac
Venue: Jerwood Hall, London
Date of Concert: 29-05-2009
Playing Time: 01:11:00
Catalogue Number: OA1022D
UPC: 809478010227
This recording commemorates the 50th anniversary of Joaquin Achucarro's debut with the London Symphony Orchestra after winning the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic International Competition in 1959. Recorded at Jerwood Hall, St Luke's, London, with Britain's eminent conductor Colin Davis at the helm, Achucarro delivers a consummate performance that brilliantly expresses his delicate and passionate style.
Bonus features:
- Joaquin Achucarro: 50 Years On - A documentary including interviews with Placido Domingo, Simon Rattle and Zubin Mehta.
- Achucarro at the Prado - performances of solo pieces by Brahms, Chopin, Scriabin and Albeniz filmed in the beautiful setting of the Prado museum.
