Celebrating their 25th anniversary, the Emerson String Quartet presents "The Haydn Project," a monumental exploration of Franz Joseph Haydn's string quartets. Released in 2001 on Deutsche Grammophon, this three-hour collection spans from 1772 to 1799, offering a comprehensive journey through Haydn's evolution as a composer. The album features seven of Haydn's most celebrated quartets, including the iconic "The Joke," "The Lark," and "The Rider," each performed with the Emerson String Quartet's signature precision and artistry.
"The Haydn Project" is not just a collection of performances but a testament to the Emerson String Quartet's dedication to chamber music. The album includes a bonus disc with recordings from their previous fourteen years with Deutsche Grammophon, providing a deeper insight into their musical journey. Each track is beautifully recorded, showcasing the quartet's exceptional playing and their deep understanding of Haydn's compositions. From the lively "Allegro moderato" of the String Quartet in F Minor, Op. 20 No. 5 to the profound "Adagio cantabile" of the String Quartet in D Major, Op. 64 No. 5 "The Lark," every piece is a masterclass in musical interpretation.
In addition to Haydn's quartets, the album also features works by other composers, including Shostakovich, Dvořák, and Webern, adding depth and variety to the collection. The Emerson String Quartet's "The Haydn Project" is a landmark release, offering both seasoned classical enthusiasts and newcomers an unparalleled opportunity to experience the genius of Haydn and the virtuosity of one of the world's finest string quartets.
Tracks
String Quartet in F Minor, Op. 20 No. 5: I. Allegro moderatoJoseph Haydn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet in F Minor, Op. 20 No. 5: II. MenuettoJoseph Haydn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet in F Minor, Op. 20 No. 5: III. AdagioJoseph Haydn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet in F Minor, Op. 20 No. 5: IV. Fuga a 2 soggettiJoseph Haydn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet in E-Flat Major, Op. 33 No. 2 "The Joke": I. Allegro moderato, cantabileJoseph Haydn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet in E-Flat Major, Op. 33 No. 2 "The Joke": II. Scherzo. AllegroJoseph Haydn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet in E-Flat Major, Op. 33 No. 2 "The Joke": III. Largo sostenutoJoseph Haydn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet in E-Flat Major, Op. 33 No. 2 "The Joke": IV. Finale. PrestoJoseph Haydn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet in G Major, Op. 54 No. 1: I. Allegro con brioJoseph Haydn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet in G Major, Op. 54 No. 1: II. AllegrettoJoseph Haydn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet in G Major, Op. 54 No. 1: III. Menuetto. AllegrettoJoseph Haydn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet in G Major, Op. 54 No. 1: IV. Finale. PrestoJoseph Haydn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet in D Major, Op. 64 No. 5 "The Lark": I. Allegro moderatoJoseph Haydn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet in D Major, Op. 64 No. 5 "The Lark": II. Adagio cantabileJoseph Haydn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet in D Major, Op. 64 No. 5 "The Lark": III. Menuet & Trio. AllegrettoJoseph Haydn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet in D Major, Op. 64 No. 5 "The Lark": IV. Finale. VivaceJoseph Haydn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet in G Minor, Op. 74 No. 3 "Rider": I. AllegroJoseph Haydn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet in G Minor, Op. 74 No. 3 "Rider": II. Largo assaiJoseph Haydn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet in G Minor, Op. 74 No. 3 "Rider": III. Menuetto. Allegretto – TrioJoseph Haydn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet in G Minor, Op. 74 No. 3 "Rider": IV. Finale. Allegro con brioJoseph Haydn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet in D Minor, Op. 76 No. 2 "Fifths": I. AllegroJoseph Haydn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet in D Minor, Op. 76 No. 2 "Fifths": II. Andante o più tosto allegrettoJoseph Haydn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet in D Minor, Op. 76 No. 2 "Fifths": III. Menuetto. Allegro ma non troppoJoseph Haydn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet in D Minor, Op. 76 No. 2 "Fifths": IV. Finale. Vivace assaiJoseph Haydn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet in G Major, Op. 77 No. 1: I. Allegro moderatoJoseph Haydn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet in G Major, Op. 77 No. 1: II. AdagioJoseph Haydn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet in G Major, Op. 77 No. 1: III. Menuetto. Presto – TrioJoseph Haydn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet in G Major, Op. 77 No. 1: IV. Finale. PrestoJoseph Haydn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 14 in G Major, K. 387: IV. Molto allegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Emerson String Quartet
2 Pieces for String Quartet (1931): No. 2, Polka (The Age of Gold) - Live at Harris Concert Hall, Aspen, 1998Dmitri Shostakovich, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 12 in F Major, Op. 96, B. 179 "American": II. LentoAntonín Dvořák, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 2: II. ArgumentsCharles Ives, Emerson String Quartet
5 Movements, Op. 5 (1909 String Quartet Version): IV. Sehr langsamAnton Webern, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 13 in A Minor, D. 804 "Rosamunde": II. AndanteFranz Schubert, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 4, Sz. 91: IV. Allegretto pizzicatoBéla Bartók, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 9 in C Major, Op. 59 No. 3 "Razumovsky No. 3": IV. Allegro moltoLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
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