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ARAM KHACHATURIAN (1903-1978)
Piano concerto in D-flat Major
Kristiansand Symphony Orchestra
Mariam Kharatyan, piano
Kilden Teater og Konserthus
08.02.2018

[@keybawd4023]

There is a much applauded performance of this concerto with Thibaudet on KZbin. It is however far too fast and sounds more like Prokofiev or other "Moscow-Soviet" composer. Khachaturian was Armenian/Georgian which is another culture - this performance is slower and more sensual and feels more stylistically appropriate.

[@dannymillington3015]

The slow movement of this concerto gets me every time. So perfectly crafted from start to finish, but this performance with the musical saw tops all others. Hearing those ghostly tones swooping above the piano gave this movement a whole new dimension.. Thank you!

[@SebastianBaptisteHuydts]

Brava to Ms. Kharatyan for an impassioned and crystal clear performance. Until hearing this very strong interpretation I never understood this work well, excellent tempo choices, and sensitive rubato with great attention to detail. Extremely impressive and moving!

[@maartenvanderlek8955]

This interpretation is really stipendous! And this concerto deserves to be played much more often! Khatchaturian himself has conducted this piece without flexaton (first violins). That is also possible.

[@rafkend1422]

Every element of this performance shine like a morning star. The refined and absolutely fantastic performance of Mariam, the in depth understanding and response of the orchestra with its conductor and finally the composition itself, that has never been thoroughly exhibited with its every single minute detail while retaining the mysticism it emanates, altogether would make Khachaturian grin in his grave....Aaaah that Flexatone... Bless your heart Mariam and bless those treasured fingers.

[@sophieness4841]

....have always been mesmerized and stirred by this strange and great work. this wonderful performance makes me so happy in ways i can't explain even to myself. much love to mariam.

[@javiervivanco919]

I was mad cause other orquestras don’t include the saw. Thanks

[@andrewpetersen5272]

Her phrasing is the best I've heard in this piece. Brava!

[@YL-kl5iv]

I thought it is Khatia playing

[@not2tees]

Kristiansand, a Norwegian orchestra, playing a Georgian concerto . . . but then I discover that our pianist Mariam Kharatyan is herself this very blend, a Norwegian/Georgian performer. I've listened to this appealing concerto since the '60s and this performance brings out hidden assets of its greatness. A delightful discovery for me, much credit to you!

[@victormanuelpadilla1845]

Bravo!!! Felicitaciones! Para la extraordinaria pianista MARIAM KHARATYAN por su magnífica ejecución de esta maravilloso y complejo concierto. Excelente! La talentosa panista se entregó en CUERPO Y ALMA y extasiada en esta obra de hermosos momentos orientales del gran Maestro ARAM KHACHATURIAN. BENDICIONES desde MÉXICO.

[@shin-i-chikozima]

This performance Mariam plays with splendid skill and exquisite technique and specutacular attire is beyond description , unfathomable , inspirational , graceful and comfortable to the ear and the mind

[@andersrhedin1877]

Denna absolut oefterhärmliga musik brukade jag lyssna på på mitt sommarställe med rummet insvept i tobaksrök- har en LP med denna musik på.

[@danieldelgadilloyanez5717]

Maravillosa interpretacion , Deja impactado.

[@Barpoint212]

Thank you for an

[@lic.octavioguerreromartine7370]

Excellent artists; great performance!!

[@jacquelinekennedy2769]

beautiful! exquisite and expressive piano at one with the superb orchestra

[@FredyVillegasCello]

I absolutely adore this❤️❤️❤️

[@dragondejade12]

Hermosa interpretación. Apasionada....

[@BertoldBR74Roux]

Greatness!