Misha Smirnov Performs Rachmaninoff Prelude No.2, Op.3

This is Classical Guitar presents guest artist Misha Smirnov performing Prelude No.2, Op.3 by Sergei Rachmaninoff (1873–1943) on Classical Guitar. This is a YouTube collaboration so go subscribe to Smirnov’s YouTube channel.

Wonderful performance by Misha Smirnov with a unique blend of a big full sound, extroverted flourishes, as well as intimate moments of sustain and deep resonance. Misha Smirnov is a Canadian classical guitarist based in Victoria, BC, Canada. Big congrats and thanks to Misha on being the first guest solo artist on the channel!

Performed on a Martin Blackwell guitar.

Arrangement inspired by the performance by Edith Pageaud, you can see her video here. This video has not been monetized and no sheet music arrangement has been made.

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Bradford Werner
Bradford Werner

Bradford Werner is a classical guitarist and publisher from Victoria, BC, Canada. He originally created this site for his students at the Victoria Conservatory of Music but now shares content with guitarists worldwide. Curating guitar content helps students absorb the culture, ideas, and technique of the classical guitar. Bradford also has a YouTube channel with over 100,000 subscribers and 14 million views. He taught classical guitar at the Victoria Conservatory for 16 years and has freelanced in Greater Victoria for 25 years. See more at his personal website.

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