Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of classical chamber music with the Budapest String Quartet's "Great Performances from the Library of Congress, Vol. 21." This captivating album, released on June 28, 2005, under the esteemed Bridge Records label, showcases the quartet's mastery of some of the most beloved works in the classical repertoire.
The album features a diverse collection of pieces, including the Viola Sonata No. 1 in F Major, Op. 11 No. 4, the Horn Trio in E-Flat Major, Op. 40, and the Piano Quintet in G Minor, Op. 57. Each track is a testament to the Budapest String Quartet's exceptional skill and musicality, recorded live for an authentic and engaging listening experience.
With a total runtime of 1 hour and 17 minutes, this album offers a substantial journey through the world of classical chamber music. The Budapest String Quartet's interpretations are both nuanced and powerful, making this a standout release for any classical music enthusiast. Whether you're a longtime fan of the Budapest String Quartet or new to their work, this album is sure to delight and inspire.
Tracks
Viola Sonata No. 1 in F Major, Op. 11 No. 4: I. Fantasie (Live)Paul Hindemith, Boris Kroyt, Artur Balsam
Viola Sonata No. 1 in F Major, Op. 11 No. 4: II. Thema mit variationen (Live)Paul Hindemith, Boris Kroyt, Artur Balsam
Viola Sonata No. 1 in F Major, Op. 11 No. 4: III. Finale (Live)Paul Hindemith, Boris Kroyt, Artur Balsam
Horn Trio in E-Flat Major, Op. 40: I. Andante (Live)Johannes Brahms, Jac Gorodetzky, John Barrows, Artur Balsam
Horn Trio in E-Flat Major, Op. 40: II. Scherzo. Allegro (Live)Johannes Brahms, Jac Gorodetzky, John Barrows, Artur Balsam
Horn Trio in E-Flat Major, Op. 40: III. Adagio mesto (Live)Johannes Brahms, Jac Gorodetzky, John Barrows, Artur Balsam
Horn Trio in E-Flat Major, Op. 40: IV. Finale. Allegro con brio (Live)Johannes Brahms, Jac Gorodetzky, John Barrows, Artur Balsam
Piano Quintet in G Minor, Op. 57: I. Prelude. Lento (Live)Dmitri Shostakovich, Budapest String Quartet, Artur Balsam
Piano Quintet in G Minor, Op. 57: II. Fugue. Adagio (Live)Dmitri Shostakovich, Budapest String Quartet, Artur Balsam
Piano Quintet in G Minor, Op. 57: III. Scherzo. Allegretto (Live)Dmitri Shostakovich, Budapest String Quartet, Artur Balsam
Piano Quintet in G Minor, Op. 57: IV. Intermezzo. Lento (Live)Dmitri Shostakovich, Budapest String Quartet, Artur Balsam
Piano Quintet in G Minor, Op. 57: V. Finale. Allegretto (Live)Dmitri Shostakovich, Budapest String Quartet, Artur Balsam
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