Islamey and Other Favorite Russian Piano Works: Dover Music for Piano

Inspired by the richness of Eastern folk music, Mily Balakirev composed the oriental fantasy "Islamey" in 1869. Based on themes from Armenia and the Caucasus region, this scintillating work is known worldwide as a supreme example of virtuoso piano writing at its best.
Other favorite Russian piano works featured in this exceptional compilation include music by Arensky, Borodin, Glinka, Rimsky-Korsakov, and other masters. Among them are such all-time favorites as Rubinstein's lovely "Melody in F," Prokofiev's blazing "Toccata, " Scriabin's famous "Nocturne for Left Hand Alone, " Rachmaninoff's "Prelude in C Sharp Minor, " Stravinsky's "Piano-Rag-music," and many more.
Aimed at intermediate- to advanced-level pianists, this handsome volume features an introduction by internationally acclaimed pianist Joseph Banowetz, a specialist in Russian piano music.