24 Préludes

Based on the Prélude in C sharp minor Op. 3 No. 2 written in 1892 that quickly became world-famous, Rachmaninoff composed a further two collections of Préludes in the years up to 1910. These were also published as acomplete volume in 1911.

Based on the corresponding models by Chopin, Scriabin and their great forerunner J.S. Bach they comprise a cycle of 24 Préludes in all major and minor keys, but unlike the other onesare not organised systematically according to keys.

A final highlight of late Romantic Piano music, which no pianist can ignore.