Rachmaninoff, Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini

Sergei Rachmaninoff, 1873‐1943, was a Russian composer, pianist, and conductor, widely regarded as one of the last great Romantic composers. Born in Semyonovo, Russia, he showed early musical talent, studying at the Moscow Conservatory under Nikolai Zverev and Alexander Siloti. His compositions blend intense emotional depth, lyrical melodies, and complex harmonies, often reflecting his Russian heritage.

His Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minor, 1901, and No. 3 in D minor, 1909, are among the most iconic and technically demanding in the repertoire, beloved for their sweeping melodies and virtuosic piano writing.

Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, 1934: A set of variations for piano and orchestra, showcasing his brilliance in transforming a simple theme into a dynamic, expressive masterpiece.

Rachmaninoff died in Beverly Hills, California, in 1943, from melanoma, shortly after becoming a U.S. citizen.
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