Renowned Russian pianist Sergei Lugansky performed Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concertos No. 3 and Symphony No. 2 on September 27 at Rome’s Santa Cecilia, with conductor Stanislav Kochanovsky on the podium.
Performance details
The concert featured the demanding third piano concerto, followed by the composer’s second symphony, both presented as a grand finale for the season. Kochanovsky, a frequent collaborator with Lugansky, led the orchestra through the complex score.
Context
Lugansky, celebrated for his interpretations of Russian repertoire, has performed the Rachmaninoff works in major venues worldwide. The Santa Cecilia concert marks the culmination of a series highlighting the composer’s late‑period masterpieces.
The program was part of the venue’s ongoing effort to showcase classical masterworks to a broad audience.
Looking ahead
Organizers indicated that future concerts will continue to explore Rachmaninoff’s catalog, with plans for chamber and vocal performances later in the year.