Immerse yourself in the rich, evocative world of Bedřich Smetana with "Smetana: The 2 String Quartets." This album, released on September 1, 1984, by La Dolce Volta, is a testament to Smetana's mastery of classical composition, offering a profound exploration of his musical genius. The album features two complete string quartets, the first of which, "From My Life," is a deeply personal work that reflects the composer's own experiences and emotions. The second quartet, in D Minor, showcases Smetana's ability to blend technical brilliance with expressive depth. Complementing these quartets are a collection of lively polkas, including the "3 Polkas de salon" and "3 Polkas poétiques," which add a touch of playful elegance to the album. With a total runtime of 1 hour and 15 minutes, this album is a comprehensive journey through Smetana's diverse musical landscape, making it an essential addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection.
Tracks
String Quartet No. 1 in E Minor "From my life": I. Allegro vivo appassionatoBedřich Smetana, Talich Quartet
String Quartet No. 1 in E Minor "From my life": II. Allegro moderato quasi alla polkaBedřich Smetana, Talich Quartet
String Quartet No. 1 in E Minor "From my life": III. Largo sostenutoBedřich Smetana, Talich Quartet
String Quartet No. 1 in E Minor "From my life": IV. Finale (Vivace)Bedřich Smetana, Talich Quartet
String Quartet No. 2 in D Minor: I. AllegroBedřich Smetana, Talich Quartet
String Quartet No. 2 in D Minor: II. Allegro moderato - Andante cantabileBedřich Smetana, Talich Quartet
String Quartet No. 2 in D Minor: III. Allegro non piu moderato, ma agitato e con fuocoBedřich Smetana, Talich Quartet
String Quartet No. 2 in D Minor: IV. FinaleBedřich Smetana, Talich Quartet
3 Polkas de salon, Op. 7: Salon Polka in F-Sharp Major, No. 1Bedřich Smetana, Radoslav Kvapil
3 Polkas de salon, Op. 7: Salon Polka in F-Minor, No. 2Bedřich Smetana, Radoslav Kvapil
3 Polkas de salon, Op. 7: Salon Polka in E-Major, No. 3Bedřich Smetana, Radoslav Kvapil
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