As good as it gets in this world, Andante's first volume of the great Chopin pianists is a model for historical reissues. With pianists like Rachmaninov, Lipatti, Cortot, Horowitz, Michelangeli, Rubinstein, Godowsky, Busoni, and half a dozen others, the breadth of performers is unbeatable. With recordings like Rachmaninov's Sonata No. 2 from 1930, Lipatti's Sonata No. 3 from 1947, and Cortot's Preludes from 1943, plus several dozen other recordings, the selection of recordings is unparalleled. With sound as fine as the ...
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As good as it gets in this world, Andante's first volume of the great Chopin pianists is a model for historical reissues. With pianists like Rachmaninov, Lipatti, Cortot, Horowitz, Michelangeli, Rubinstein, Godowsky, Busoni, and half a dozen others, the breadth of performers is unbeatable. With recordings like Rachmaninov's Sonata No. 2 from 1930, Lipatti's Sonata No. 3 from 1947, and Cortot's Preludes from 1943, plus several dozen other recordings, the selection of recordings is unparalleled. With sound as fine as the finest remasterings that have ever been done, with notes as superb as the finest that have ever been written, and with production values as high as the highest ever lavished on any recordings, this set is absolutely essential for anyone with the least interest in the finest body of works ever composed for the piano by the greatest composer ever to exclusively devote himself to the instrument. ~ James Leonard, Rovi
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The best possible transfers of performances from 1917 to 1950 by pianists of great individuality. Chopin as he is never played today. Virtuosity at the service of poetry and drama. Also beautiful presentation: 4 CDs in a CD-size hardback book. Five hours of Chopin, and not a dud or dull moment. Every Chopin lover should have this set.