Publisher, Random House Audiobooks (June 2006)

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"His performances were expressive and full of passion...This is an artist who means every note he plays." --The New York Times

" Siegel's programs strengthen the fragile bonds of communication between composer and listener and are as welcome as they are rare." --The Chicago Tribune

"Pianistic eloquence with a special gift for commentary." --The Washington Post

The famous prelude in C-sharp minor brought an unknown Rachmaninoff worldwide fame and name recognition, but was a work he grew to hate. Listen to "The Romanticism of the Russian Soul" to find out why.

Keyboard Conversations with Jeffrey Siegel combine the virtuosity and poetry of a world-class pianist with entertaining commentary to create a magical concert experience. His lively, engaging insights and captivating performances make listening an enthralling experience for all music lovers.

Includes:

Rachmanbioff—Five Preludes: Op. 3, No. 2 in C.-sharp minor Op. 23, No. 6 in E-flat major Op. 23, No. 5 in G major Op. 32, No. 2 in B-flat minor Op. 32, No. 6 in F minor
Medtner—Three Fairy Tales: Op. 20, No. 1 in B-flat minor Op. 26, No. 3 in F-minor Op. 26, No. 2 in E-flat minor
Scriabin—Two Preludes: Op. 11, No. 5 in D major; Op. 67, No. 1
—Sonata No. 4 in F-sharp major, Op. 30 Andante-Prestissimo volando

About the Author: The internationally celebrated pianist Jeffrey Siegel has been soloist with the world’s greatest orchestras, including those of Berlin, Amsterdam, London, Tokyo, New York, Boston, Philadelphia, Chicago, Cleveland and Los Angeles. His Keyboard Conversations are currently thrilling music lovers and new listeners in live performances across the United States.