Alright, so this is just a quick question out to all ya Pianoforum members; I'm thinking about learning the Rach 3.
For those who haven't heard me, I just finished playing Prokofiev 2nd concerto at my local concerto competition, and I got 2nd to a violinist playing the Khachaturian concerto. I'm 19 (just) and thinking this might be a good time to start this piece. However, basically everyone plays it, hence my reason for learning the Prokofiev 2nd. The Judges at the competition said they wanted me to play something more lyrical, like Rach pag, but I think that's crap. Pretty much, I'm looking for suggestions for other concerti to play instead of the hideously overplayed Rach 3. I was thinking about Bartok 2, which my teacher has approved, but that would be my third 20th Century concerto. I've got a few on my "hit list", such as the Barber, Corigliano, Ravel LH, and Saint-Saens 5. Anyway, just thought I'd throw it out there, as there are many accomplished pianists out there.
Fire away.
Sam