Yuja Wang and Nikolai Lugansky join forces for a breathtaking performance of Rachmaninov’s Suite No. 2, Op. 17, delivering a masterclass in piano duo artistry.


Their collaboration is a perfect storm of power, precision, and poetic expression, capturing the full grandeur and emotional depth of Rachmaninov’s masterpiece.

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From the opening bars of the Introduction, their chemistry is undeniable. Yuja’s dazzling virtuosity and Nikolai’s commanding presence create a mesmerizing dialogue, as they weave through the suite’s dramatic contrasts with impeccable synchronization.

The Valse brims with sparkling elegance, its lilting phrases soaring effortlessly under their deft touch.

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The Romance unfolds like a heartfelt conversation, where each note is imbued with deep emotion and lyricism.

Their sensitive phrasing and subtle dynamic shifts make this movement a spellbinding moment of pure musical intimacy. Finally, the Tarantella erupts with unstoppable energy, their fingers flying across the keys in a thrilling display of technical mastery and rhythmic precision.

Yuja Wang and Nikolai Lugansky - Rachmaninov : Suite No. 2 Op 17

Every note resonates with the sweeping passion and grandeur of Rachmaninov’s genius, making this performance an unforgettable duet by two of the most brilliant pianists of our time.