: Piano Concerto In A Minor, Op. 54 () : Carnaval, Op.9 (24:38) : Piano Concerto No.1 () 2-5: Hungarian Rhapsody No.15 In A Minor, S.244/15 ?Rßkóczi-Marsch? (5:01) 2-6: Grand étude de Paganini, S.141/3 In G-sharp Minor ?La Campanella? (4:18) 2-7: Notturno No.3 In A-flat Major, S.541/3 ?Liebestraum? (5:00) 2-8: Étude D?exécution Transcendante, S.139/6 In G Minor ?Vision? (4:35) : 19 Waltzes () : Trois Écossaises, Op.posth. 72/3 () : 24 Preludes, Op. 28 () 4-25: Prelude No.25 In C-sharp Minor, Op. 45 (4:24) 4-26: Prelude No.26 In A-flat Major, Op.posth. (0:43) : Piano Concerto No.5 In E-flat Major, Op. 73 ?Emperor? () : 32 Variations On An Original Theme In C Minor, Woo 80 (10:26) : Piano Concerto No.1 in B-flat minor, Op. 23 () 6-4: Polonaise-Fantaisie in A-flat major, Op. 61 (13:05) 7-1: Ballade No.1 in D-flat major, S.170 (7:13) 7-2: Ballade No.2 in B minor, S.171 (15:42) 7-3: Hungarian Rhapsody N0.8 in F-sharp minor, S.244/8 (6:30) 7-4: Harmonies poétiques et religieuses III, S.173 /7 ?Funérailles? (12:43) 7-5: Notturno No.3 in A-flat major, S.541/3 ?Liebestraum? (4:58) 7-6: Hungarian Rhapsody No.12 in C-sharp minor, S.244/12 (10:06) : Nocturnes Vol.1 () : Nocturnes Vol.2 () : Piano Concerto in F major, IGG 12 () : Three Preludes for piano, IGG 25 () : BONUS () : Piano Concerto in F major, IGG 12 ()
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"The Complete Saga Album Collection" on CD presents a comprehensive overview of pianist Sergio Fiorentino's recorded legacy, gathering key albums that highlight his poetic touch, structural clarity and uncompromising musical integrity. Across this collection, Fiorentino's interpretations of the great piano repertoire are marked by a refined tone, a natural sense of rubato and an elegant, unforced virtuosity. The listener is guided through a broad spectrum of moods - from intimate lyricism to dramatic intensity - always with an emphasis on musical substance rather than showmanship. This set is ideal for collectors and for anyone discovering Fiorentino's art for the first time, offering a coherent portrait of a pianist widely admired by connoisseurs for his depth and sincerity.
Sergio Fiorentino was an Italian pianist known for his profound, introspective style and a repertoire that spanned the central Romantic and Classical masters. Over the course of his career, he earned a devoted following among piano enthusiasts for his thoughtful interpretations, particularly in composers such as Chopin, Liszt, Rachmaninov and the great German classics. Although he did not pursue the kind of high-profile career often associated with star soloists, his recordings have gained lasting recognition and are frequently cited by critics and collectors as reference versions for their musical intelligence and emotional honesty.
The CD is produced by Rhine Clas, a label dedicated to high-quality classical releases with a focus on carefully curated artist projects and detailed presentation. Rhine Clas places particular value on sound fidelity and coherent album concepts, often assembling recordings that reveal the artistic development of a performer across different sessions and periods. With "The Complete Saga Album Collection," the label underlines its commitment to preserving and presenting important piano artistry in a form that appeals both to audiophiles and to historically minded listeners.