Валентин Фейгин - Sonata No 2 Sonata Introduction And Brilliant Polonaise Scherzo Rhapsody No 1

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Review by Gastón Oliva

A Dive into Валентин Фейгин’s Sonata No. 2 & Co.: A Soviet Classical Gem That Sticks With You Let’s get real here—when you hear “USSR” and “classical music,” your brain probably jumps to Shostakovich or Prokofiev, right? But lemme tell ya, Валентин Фейгин (Valentin Feygin) is one of those hidden gems that deserves way more attention than he gets. His album Sonata No. 2 / Sonata Introduction And Brilliant Polonaise Scherzo Rhapsody No. 1 on Мелодия (Melodiya), the iconic Soviet label, is like finding an old vinyl in your grandpa's attic—it feels nostalgic yet fresh all at once. The record packs a punch with its sprawling lineup of tracks, but two pieces stuck out for me: "Scherzo In D Minor, Op. 6" and "Introduction And Brilliant Polonaise." These aren’t just fancy names—they’re mood shifters. First up, the "Scherzo In D Minor, Op. 6." Oh man, this thing hits different. It starts off kinda sneaky, like someone tiptoeing around your room late at night. Then BAM! The tempo kicks in, and suddenly it’s like being chased by a caffeinated squirrel through a forest. There’s something mischievous about it—it’s playful but also has these dark undertones lurking beneath, which gives it layers. Like… imagine if Beethoven had a punk phase. You can’t help but bob your head along while secretly wondering what the composer was thinking when they wrote it. Was he mad? Inspired? Both? Who knows! Then there’s the "Introduction And Brilliant Polonaise." This track is pure drama. If the Scherzo felt like chaos, this one feels like walking into a ballroom where everyone’s dressed to kill. The intro is slow and brooding, setting the stage perfectly before exploding into this dazzling dance number. I mean, the title doesn’t lie—it IS brilliant. Every note screams confidence, like Feygin knew exactly how to make people sit up straight and pay attention. By the time it finishes, you're left breathless, wondering why no one ever taught you to waltz properly so you could live out this moment fully. What makes this whole album special isn’t just the technical skill (though yeah, Feygin clearly had chops). It’s the personality behind each piece. You don’t need a PhD in music theory to feel the emotion dripping from every corner of this record. Whether it’s the bouncy joy of “Allegro Giocoso” or the reflective quietness of “Largo,” there’s always something grabbing hold of you emotionally. And here’s the kicker—I listened to this album during a thunderstorm (classic cliché move, I know). As lightning lit up my living room, the crashing chords of the final movements synced almost perfectly with nature’s light show outside. For a second, I swear I thought Feygin himself was conducting the storm. Weird? Maybe. Memorable? Absolutely. So yeah, give this album a spin if you’re tired of hearing the same old Bach or Mozart playlists on repeat. Валентин Фейгин might not be a household name, but trust me, his music will stick to your soul like borscht stains on a white shirt.

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
3. Rondo (Allegretto)
Sonata No. 2 In C Major
1. Allegro
1-Introduction. Lento
2. Adagio
1. Moderato
Introduction And Brilliant Polonaise, Op. 3
Scherzo In D Minor, Op. 6
Rhapsody No. 1
2. Allegretto Moderato
2-Alla Polacca. Allegro Con Spirito
Sonata In G Major
3. Allegro
1. Allegro Giocoso
2. Largo

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Catalog Numbers

С 10—06353-54(a)

Labels

Мелодия

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Formats

  • Vinyl
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About Валентин Фейгин

Valentin Feigin (July 3, 1934, Kharkov - February 11, 1995, Moscow) - Soviet, Russian cellist, teacher. People's Artist of Russia (1994). Brother of .

Real Name

    • Валентин Яковлевич Фейгин

Name Vars

  • Feigin
  • Valentin Feighin
  • Walentin Fejgin
  • В. Фейгин
  • Валентин Фейгин

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The album *Sonata No. 2, Sonata Introduction and Brilliant Polonaise, Scherzo, Rhapsody No. 1* by Валентин Фейгин (Valentin Feigin) is a hidden gem from the USSR's classical music scene. Released under the iconic Soviet label Мелодия (Melodiya), it showcases Feigin’s incredible talent for blending technical precision with emotional depth. One standout track is the *Scherzo in D Minor, Op. 6*, which feels both playful and intense. It’s wild to think this record was crafted during the height of the Cold War, offering a glimpse into the rich cultural life behind the Iron Curtain.