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This \"two pianos, four hands\" setup provides a working framework extremely close to the orchestral version, while remaining accessible in a classroom, studio, or chamber music setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis score is particularly useful for pianists who wish to prepare for an audition, a performance with orchestra, or an accompanied rehearsal. The second piano helps clarify the structure of the movements, better feel the changes in character, and refine the placement of rubatos, so typical of Rachmaninov's language. It is also very suitable for teachers and accompanists: the \"orchestra\" pianist can guide transitions, support crescendos, and help the soloist stabilize tempo and articulation, especially in virtuosic passages and grand lyrical outbursts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe songlist includes: Piano Concerto No.2 In C Minor Op.18. In practice, this reduction for two pianos provides a reliable solution for working on sound balance, projection of the melodic line, management of thick textures, and precision of attacks. 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