Immerse yourself in the profound and intricate world of Ludwig van Beethoven's string quartets with this comprehensive collection, "Beethoven: String Quartets Nos 1 - 16." Released in 1984 under Warner Classics International, this album spans an impressive six hours and eight minutes, offering a deep dive into the evolution of Beethoven's compositional genius.
This collection showcases Beethoven's string quartets from his early works to his late, highly complex compositions, which were often misunderstood during his time. The album includes the famous "Razumovsky" quartets (Op. 59 Nos. 1-3), the "Harp" quartet (Op. 74), the "Quartetto serioso" (Op. 95), and the late quartets, including the monumental Op. 131 and the final Op. 135. Each quartet is a masterclass in musical form, emotion, and innovation, demonstrating Beethoven's unparalleled ability to push the boundaries of classical music.
Performances by the Alban Berg Quartett bring these works to life with precision and passion, capturing the essence of Beethoven's vision. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Beethoven's oeuvre, this album offers an unparalleled journey through some of the most significant and influential chamber music ever written.
Tracks
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 1 in F Major, Op. 18 No. 1: I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 1 in F Major, Op. 18 No. 1: II. Adagio affettuoso ed appassionatoLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 1 in F Major, Op. 18 No. 1: III. Scherzo. Allegro moltoLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 1 in F Major, Op. 18 No. 1: IV. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 2 in G Major, Op. 18 No. 2: I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 2 in G Major, Op. 18 No. 2: II. Adagio cantabile - AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 2 in G Major, Op. 18 No. 2: III. Scherzo. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 2 in G Major, Op. 18 No. 2: IV. Allegro molto quasi prestoLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 3 in D Major, Op. 18 No. 3: I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 3 in D Major, Op. 18 No. 3: II. Andante con motoLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 3 in D Major, Op. 18 No. 3: III. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 3 in D Major, Op. 18 No. 3: IV. PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 4 in C Minor, Op. 18 No. 4: I. Allegro ma non tantoLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 4 in C Minor, Op. 18 No. 4: II. Scherzo. Andante scherzoso quasi allegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 4 in C Minor, Op. 18 No. 4: III. Menuetto. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 4 in C Minor, Op. 18 No. 4: IV. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 5 in A Major, Op. 18 No. 5: I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 5 in A Major, Op. 18 No. 5: II. MenuettoLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 5 in A Major, Op. 18 No. 5: III. Andante cantabileLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 5 in A Major, Op. 18 No. 5: IV. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 6 in B-Flat Major, Op. 18 No. 6: I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 6 in B-Flat Major, Op. 18 No. 6: II. Adagio ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 6 in B-Flat Major, Op. 18 No. 6: III. Scherzo. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 6 in B-Flat Major, Op. 18 No. 6: IV. La malinconia. Adagio - Allegretto quasi allegroLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 7 in F Major, Op. 59 No. 1 "Razumovsky": I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 7 in F Major, Op. 59 No. 1 "Razumovsky": II. Allegretto vivace e sempre scherzandoLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 7 in F Major, Op. 59 No. 1 "Razumovsky": III. Adagio molto e mestoLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 7 in F Major, Op. 59 No. 1 "Razumovsky": IV. Thème russe. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 8 in E Minor, Op. 59 No. 2 "Razumovsky": I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 8 in E Minor, Op. 59 No. 2 "Razumovsky": II. Molto adagioLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 8 in E Minor, Op. 59 No. 2 "Razumovsky": III. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 8 in E Minor, Op. 59 No. 2 "Razumovsky": IV. Finale. PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 9 in C Major, Op. 59 No. 3 "Razumovsky": I. Introduzione. Andante con moto - Allegro vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 9 in C Major, Op. 59 No. 3 "Razumovsky": II. Andante con moto quasi allegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 9 in C Major, Op. 59 No. 3 "Razumovsky": III. Menuetto. GraziosoLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 9 in C Major, Op. 59 No. 3 "Razumovsky": IV. Allegro moltoLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 10 in E-Flat Major, Op. 74 "Harp": I. Poco adagio - AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 10 in E-Flat Major, Op. 74 "Harp": II. Adagio ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 10 in E-Flat Major, Op. 74 "Harp": III. PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 10 in E-Flat Major, Op. 74 "Harp": IV. Allegretto con variazioniLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 11 in F Minor, Op. 95 "Quartetto serioso": I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 11 in F Minor, Op. 95 "Quartetto serioso": II. Allegretto ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 11 in F Minor, Op. 95 "Quartetto serioso": III. Allegro assai vivace, ma seriosoLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 11 in F Minor, Op. 95 "Quartetto serioso": IV. Larghetto espressivo - Allegretto agitatoLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 12 in E-Flat Major, Op. 127: I. Maestoso - AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 12 in E-Flat Major, Op. 127: II. Adagio ma non troppo e molto cantabileLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 12 in E-Flat Major, Op. 127: III. Scherzando vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 12 in E-Flat Major, Op. 127: IV. FinaleLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 131: I. Adagio ma non troppo e molto espressivoLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 131: II. Allegro molto vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Vermeer Quartet
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