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Gottfried von Einem - Einem: String Quartets Nos. 1, 3 & 5 (LP)

Gottfried von Einem

2016
12 tracks
53 min
opera

Einem: String Quartets Nos. 1, 3 & 5

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Product description

Dive into the intricate world of classical composition with Gottfried von Einem's "Einem: String Quartets Nos. 1, 3 & 5." Released on January 1, 2016, under the Orfeo label, this album is a testament to Einem's mastery of the string quartet form. Spanning a concise yet impactful 53 minutes, the album features performances by the renowned Alban Berg Quartett, known for their precision and expressive depth.

The album showcases three of Einem's most celebrated string quartets, each offering a unique blend of emotional depth and technical brilliance. String Quartet No. 1, Op. 45, opens with an energetic Allegro, followed by a contemplative Adagio molto and a lively Moderato. String Quartet No. 3, Op. 56, continues with an Allegro ma non troppo, a serene Sostenuto, and a spirited Allegro. The final piece, String Quartet No. 5, Op. 87 "Festina lente," is a more expansive work, featuring six movements that range from the solemn Adagio to the exuberant Allegro.

Gottfried von Einem, born in 1918 and passing away in 1996, was an Austrian composer whose works are celebrated for their lyrical beauty and structural complexity. This album is a perfect introduction to his contributions to the string quartet genre, offering a rich and rewarding listening experience for both seasoned classical music enthusiasts and newcomers alike.

Tracks

String Quartet No. 1, Op. 45: I. AllegroGottfried von Einem, Artis Quartett Wien
5:41
String Quartet No. 1, Op. 45: II. Adagio moltoGottfried von Einem, Artis Quartett Wien
5:24
String Quartet No. 1, Op. 45: III. ModeratoGottfried von Einem, Artis Quartett Wien
7:33
String Quartet No. 3, Op. 56: I. Allegro ma non troppoGottfried von Einem, Artis Quartett Wien
6:06
String Quartet No. 3, Op. 56: II. SostenutoGottfried von Einem, Artis Quartett Wien
6:28
String Quartet No. 3, Op. 56: III. AllegroGottfried von Einem, Artis Quartett Wien
6:15
String Quartet No. 5, Op. 87 "Festina lente": I. AdagioGottfried von Einem, Artis Quartett Wien
3:49
String Quartet No. 5, Op. 87 "Festina lente": II. PrestoGottfried von Einem, Artis Quartett Wien
0:55
String Quartet No. 5, Op. 87 "Festina lente": III. ModeratoGottfried von Einem, Artis Quartett Wien
4:11
String Quartet No. 5, Op. 87 "Festina lente": IV. Adagio moltoGottfried von Einem, Artis Quartett Wien
3:47
String Quartet No. 5, Op. 87 "Festina lente": V. AllegroGottfried von Einem, Artis Quartett Wien
1:04
String Quartet No. 5, Op. 87 "Festina lente": VI. Adagio moltoGottfried von Einem, Artis Quartett Wien
2:14

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Product specifications

Details

Album: Einem: String Quartets Nos. 1, 3 & 5
Artist: Gottfried von Einem
Album release date: 1 januari 2016
Label: Orfeo
Available: No

Product information

Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 53 min
Tracks: 12 tracks

Other

Limited Edition: No
Genre: Opera
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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