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Leoš Janáček - Leoš Janáček: The Kreutzer Sonata & Intimate Letters (LP)

Leoš Janáček

2017
10 tracks
2 uur, 32 min
chamber music

Leoš Janáček: The Kreutzer Sonata & Intimate Letters

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Immerse yourself in the profound and evocative world of Leoš Janáček with this captivating collection of chamber works. This album features two of Janáček's most celebrated string quartets, "The Kreutzer Sonata" and "Intimate Letters," performed by the esteemed Norwegian Chamber Orchestra under the direction of Terje Tønnesen. Composed in a remarkably short period, "The Kreutzer Sonata" draws inspiration from Leo Tolstoy's novella of the same name, exploring themes of passion, jealousy, and human frailty. "Intimate Letters," on the other hand, is a deeply personal work dedicated to Janáček's beloved muse, Kamila Stösslová, reflecting the composer's intense and unrequited love for her.

The album also includes dramatic readings of Tolstoy's "The Kreutzer Sonata" in both English and Norwegian, adding a literary dimension to the musical experience. With a total duration of over two and a half hours, this album offers a comprehensive journey through Janáček's late romantic style, characterized by its unique rhythmic drive, harmonic language, and expressive depth. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.

Tracks

String Quartet No. 1, The Kreutzer Sonata: I. Adagio – Con motoLeoš Janáček, Norwegian Chamber Orchestra, Terje Tonnesen
4:33
String Quartet No. 1, The Kreutzer Sonata: II. Con motoLeoš Janáček, Norwegian Chamber Orchestra, Terje Tonnesen
4:28
String Quartet No. 1, The Kreutzer Sonata: III. Con moto – Vivace – Andante – Tempo ILeoš Janáček, Norwegian Chamber Orchestra, Terje Tonnesen
4:10
String Quartet No. 1, The Kreutzer Sonata: IV. Con moto – Adagio – Più mossoLeoš Janáček, Norwegian Chamber Orchestra, Terje Tonnesen
5:40
String Quartet No. 2, Intimate Letters: I. Andante – Con Moto – AllegroLeoš Janáček, Norwegian Chamber Orchestra, Terje Tonnesen
5:51
String Quartet No. 2, Intimate Letters: II. Adagio – Vivace – Andante – Presto – Allegro – Vivo – AdagioLeoš Janáček, Norwegian Chamber Orchestra, Terje Tonnesen
5:11
String Quartet No. 2, Intimate Letters: III. Moderato – Adagio – AllegroLeoš Janáček, Norwegian Chamber Orchestra, Terje Tonnesen
5:07
String Quartet No. 2, Intimate Letters: IV. Allegro – Andante – Con Moto – Adagio – Tempo ILeoš Janáček, Norwegian Chamber Orchestra, Terje Tonnesen
7:55
Leo Tolstoy: The Kreutzer Sonata - Dramatisation in EnglishLeoš Janáček, Ludwig van Beethoven, Leo Tolstoy, Norwegian Chamber Orchestra, Teodor Janson, Terje Tonnesen
54:12
Leo Tolstoy: The Kreutzer Sonata - Dramatisation in NorwegianLeoš Janáček, Ludwig van Beethoven, Leo Tolstoy, Norwegian Chamber Orchestra, Teodor Janson, Terje Tonnesen
55:18

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Details

Album: Leoš Janáček: The Kreutzer Sonata & Intimate Letters
Artist: Leoš Janáček
Album release date: March 20, 2017
Label: Lawo Classics
Available: No

Product information

Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 2 uur, 32 min
Tracks: 10 tracks

Other

Limited Edition: No
Genre: Chamber music
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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