Chopin Fantasie Impromptu, Opus 66

OK, newbee, just did a listen to Biret's recording of the Rachmaninoff Sonatas 1 & 2 (the only I one I have) and I stand by my comments so we'll have to disagree. I always enjoy your posts on A'gon, so keep 'em coming.

Jax2 I just discovered a recording of Chopin's Fantasie Impromptu Op66 which you may enjoy. May.

Antonin Kubalek recorded for Dorian Recordings. The Chopin is contained in a disc of 'encores' titled "My Gift to You". Audio quality is excellent - lots of detail but the mic wasn't on the sound board. Performance is relaxed but not too dreamy and the perspective was more natural than many I've heard. Only problem is that I assume this may be OOP.

FWIW, he has two disc's of Brahms music for solo piano and one of Czech "Miniature Masterpieces" which I play regularly and recommend, all on the Dorian label.

BTW, I'm sorry, I never did get that other Kissin you recommended, so I still can't comment.

Thanks, Newbee! I'll keep an eye out for it. I've been enjoying the Hewlett disc you recommended, in spite of initially being disenchanted with the sonics. I still find the piano to sound a bit distant, but do enjoy the performance. You inspired me to put it on right now...lovely! The Kissin is more athletic and full of bravado and flourish (hope I conveying this well). I find Hewlett to be more as you describe May - relaxed, natural and beautifully flowing. Kissin is more abrupt perhaps...unpredictable and a bit brash at times.