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16 |
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English (eng) |
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.. Rca Victor Recordings |
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Description: | Rediscovered RCA Victor Recordings -Box Set- is an album by Jose Iturbi, released in 2023. The album is a Box Set classical 16-CD. - .. RECORDINGS BY PIANIST AND CONDUCTOR JOSI ITURBIThere was a time when classical music was a natural part of Hollywood. From the moments with Jascha Heifetz in They Shall Have Music (1939) to the unrivaled performances of Oscar Levant and Isaac Stern in Humoresque (1946). In it's Golden Era, Hollywood adorned itself with the Who's Who of classical music. Today, alongside icons such as Marylin Monroe and James Dean, the names of Leonard Bernstein, Maria Callas and Arturo Toscanini, as well as Rudolf Serkin, Joseph Szigeti, or José Iturbi were immortalized on the famous Hollywood Walk of Fame. This edition is a loving homage to Hollywood in the 1940s and 1950s, made possible through the generous support of the José Iturbi Foundation and the Hollywood Museum Board of Directors, who contributed to the lavish restoration of many previously lost unpublished recordings. The publication was also made possible by contributions of singer, pianist, and music archivist Michael Feinstein, the Ambassador for the Great American Songbook."The Rediscovered RCA Victor Recordings" is a remarkable CD release featuring the legendary Spanish pianist and conductor José Iturbi. This collection brings together rare and previously unreleased recordings from the iconic RCA Victor archives, showcasing Iturbi's virtuosic interpretations of classical masterpieces. Listeners are treated to vibrant renditions of works by composers such as Chopin, Liszt, Rachmaninoff, and more?each piece reflecting Iturbi?s expressive artistry and technical brilliance. As one of the most celebrated musicians of the 20th century, José Iturbi enjoyed an illustrious career both on stage and in Hollywood films, earning acclaim for his charismatic performances with major orchestras worldwide. The CD is produced by Sony Classical, a prestigious label renowned for its commitment to preserving great musical legacies through high-quality recordings that appeal to discerning listeners around the globe. |
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CD size box set |
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19439836502 |
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