Arthur Rubinstein - Chopin: Piano Sonata No.2 / No.3 (1961) [2003 XRCD24]

Conducted by Arthur Rubinstein, known as an authority on compositions written by Fryderyk Chopin, this release originally recorded by RCA in the 1960's contains 2 of Chopin's most famous piano sonatas: Sonata for Piano No. 2 in B Flat Minor', also known as the Funeral March and Sonata for Piano No3 in B Minor. Both of these compositions are considered Chopins best works. Remastered in true audiophile quality by JVC, this XRCD24 release is a necessity for any serious classical music collector.

Tracks:

Sonata No. 2 In B Flat Minor, Op. 35 'Funeral March'
1 First Movement: Grave; Doppio Movimento 5:40
2 Second Movement: Scherzo 6:38
3 Third Movement: Marche Funèbre; Lento 9:01
4 Fourth Movement: Presto 1:25

Sonata No. 3 In B Minor, Op. 58
5 First Movement: Allegro Maestoso 9:00
6 Second Movement: Scherzo; Molto Vivace 2:36
7 Third Movement: Largo 9:05
8 Fourth Movement: Presto ma non tanto 5:05

Personnel:

Piano – Arthur Rubinstein