Marianne Faithfull - Rachmaninoff: Pictures at an Exhibition, Piano Sonata No. 2, Lament Op. 3-1, and Others - Import CD

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Marianne Faithfull

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French pianist Marilyn Frasconne, whose energetic performances attracted much attention in Japan in 2009, presents a collection of Rachmaninoff's piano works. Following her album of fantasy pieces by Mozart and Horowitz (INTEG221174), this album focuses on Rachmaninoff's romantic and dramatic piano works. From the very first piece, "Picturesque Exercise No. 6," Frasconne explodes with the passionate playing that is her signature. The powerful performance, which is unimaginable from her pretty appearance, pulls you in at once. In the Piano Sonata No. 2, the contrast between the dynamic forte and the soft but fragile piano is magnificent. French-born pianist Marilyn Frasconne is a precocious virtuoso who made her concert debut at the age of 12.In 2009, she attracted much attention for her powerful performance when she visited Japan with Hajdushek. He is an artist to watch, and we look forward to his return to Japan in the future. Includes some Japanese commentary. King International