Innovative composing - amazing performance
01/21/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Karamanov lives in a shack in Northern Russia. His composing is innovative - often groundbreaking and unconventional. Movements start as the paino is tranformed into random raindrops, finising as a rainstorm and the sound of thousand church bells all ringing at the same time. Viardo is the 1973 Van Cliburn gold winner. Buy this - it is a must for fans of 20th century composers. Also, see Viardo's other CD's -- spectacular!"
Pianist & orchestra: MARVELLOUS! Quality of CD need improve!
01/03/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"The piano playing was marvellous. If i have the chance, i would like to hear it live. This music is about delirium of the sick child but unfortunately, the quality of this CD sound is really far cry from excellent...Nevertheless, this is one of the best recordings that i have heard by Viardo. The music had carefully thought of, performed very sensitively & harmonies were precise. The orchestra & soloist were hand in hand together. I am sure if Karamanov was alive today, he would be very pleased with what Viardo & Almeida have done to his piano concerto & his symphony."
It is the most incredeable music and performance ever
04/07/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This amazing and unique music made me think of something,that I 've never thought...This music is about delirium of the sick child. After listening to this music you cannot fall asleep, so deeply it touches you inside."
Track Listings (7) - Disc #1