Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Danish composer Vagn Holmboe with "The Complete String Quartets." Released in 2010 on the Dacapo label, this collection spans an impressive 4 hours and 37 minutes, featuring 13 quartets performed by the Kontra Quartet. Holmboe's compositions, ranging from the Op. 46 to the Op. 124, showcase his evolution as a composer, offering a rich tapestry of musical expression. Each quartet is a journey in itself, with movements that shift from intense and dramatic to serene and contemplative. The Kontra Quartet brings Holmboe's intricate scores to life, highlighting the composer's unique voice and technical mastery. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or new to the genre, this collection provides a comprehensive exploration of Holmboe's contributions to the string quartet repertoire, making it a valuable addition to any music library.
Tracks
String Quartet No. 1, Op. 46: I. Affettuoso - AnimatoVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 1, Op. 46: II. Adagio - Andante - Presto - Andante - AdagioVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 1, Op. 46: III. Introduzione. Lento un poco - Molto vivaceVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 3, Op. 49: I. LentoVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 3, Op. 49: II. Allegro assai e leggieroVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 3, Op. 49: III. Andante quasi giaconaVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 3, Op. 49: IV. Allegro decidoVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 3, Op. 49: V. LentoVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 4, Op. 63: I. Andante passionatoVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 4, Op. 63: II. Presto espansivoVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 4, Op. 63: III. Adagio affettuosaVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 4, Op. 63: IV. Largo e sempliceVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 4, Op. 63: V. Allegretto serenoVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 2, Op. 47: I. Allegro fluenteVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 2, Op. 47: II. Andante con moto e affettuosoVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 2, Op. 47: III. PrestoVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 2, Op. 47: IV. Un poco adagioVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 2, Op. 47: V. Allegro molto e leggieroVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 5, Op. 66: I. Pesante - FluenteVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 5, Op. 66: II. AdagioVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 5, Op. 66: III. EnergicoVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 6, Op. 78: I. Lento - Allegro con fuoco - Lento - Allegro con fuoco - LentoVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 6, Op. 78: II. Molto vivaceVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 6, Op. 78: III. Adagio e pianoVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 6, Op. 78: IV. Allegro spiritosoVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 7, Op. 86: I. Tempo giustoVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 7, Op. 86: II. Allegro commodoVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 7, Op. 86: III. Adagio - Vivace - Calmo - PrestoVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 8, Op. 87: I. Allegro vivace e sempliceVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 8, Op. 87: II. Andante lucido e affetuosoVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 8, Op. 87: III. Presto volante e robustoVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 8, Op. 87: IV. Andante quieto e rubatoVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 8, Op. 87: V. Allegro brioso e arditoVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 9, Op. 92: I. Andante determinatoVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 9, Op. 92: II. Con vivezzaVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 9, Op. 92: III. AdagioVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 9, Op. 92: IV. VivaceVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 9, Op. 92: V. Andante tranquilloVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 10, Op. 102: I. Tempo giusto - Andante - Allegro vivaceVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 10, Op. 102: II. Adagio - Molto vivace - Tempo giusto - Molto vivaceVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 11, Op. 111: I. Allegro leggieroVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 11, Op. 111: II. Tempo giusto - Allegro robustoVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 11, Op. 111: III. Andante tranquilloVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 11, Op. 111: IV. Allegro briosoVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 12, Op. 116: I. Allegro robustoVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 12, Op. 116: II. Andante cantabileVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 12, Op. 116: III. Adagio vivaceVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 12, Op. 116: IV. Adagio e tranquilloVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 12, Op. 116: V. Allegro con fuocoVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
String Quartet No. 13, Op. 124: I. Andante tenero - Poco allegroVagn Holmboe, Kontra Quartet
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