Rachmaninoff’s last completed large-scale composition, written in the United States in 1940. Dedicated to Eugene Ormandy and the Philadelphia Orchestra, who gave the premiere in 1941. The composer... Read more

Rachmaninoff’s last completed large-scale composition, written in the United States in 1940. Dedicated to Eugene Ormandy and the Philadelphia Orchestra, who gave the premiere in 1941. The composer also made a version for two pianos. The finale juxtaposes Dies irae with a theme from his All-Night Vigil.

Movements:
1. Non allegro
2. Andante con moto. Tempo di valse
3. Lento assai - Allegro vivace

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