Immerse yourself in the intricate and captivating world of Luigi Cherubini's chamber music with the "Complete String Quartets" album. Released on March 19, 2008, under the Stradivarius label, this collection showcases Cherubini's mastery of the string quartet form, offering a comprehensive journey through his six quartets. Spanning a generous 2 hours and 38 minutes, the album is a testament to Cherubini's compositional prowess and his significant contributions to the classical genre.
Cherubini, an Italian composer who spent much of his career in France, was a contemporary of Mozart and Beethoven, and his works reflect a unique blend of classical elegance and romantic expressiveness. This album features all six of his string quartets, each offering a distinct character and emotional depth. From the lively and spirited movements to the introspective and melancholic passages, Cherubini's quartets display a remarkable range of emotions and musical ingenuity.
The quartets are performed with precision and passion, bringing Cherubini's compositions to life with vibrant energy and nuanced phrasing. The album is a treasure trove for classical music enthusiasts, offering a rich and rewarding listening experience that highlights the beauty and complexity of Cherubini's musical language. Whether you are a longtime admirer of Cherubini's work or a newcomer to his compositions, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
String Quartet No. 1 in E-Flat Major: I. AdagioLuigi Cherubini, Quartetto Savinio
String Quartet No. 1 in E-Flat Major: II. Larghetto sans lenteurLuigi Cherubini, Quartetto Savinio
String Quartet No. 1 in E-Flat Major: III. Scherzo. Allegretto moderatoLuigi Cherubini, Quartetto Savinio
String Quartet No. 1 in E-Flat Major: IV . Finale. Allegro assaiLuigi Cherubini, Quartetto Savinio
String Quartet No. 4 in E Major: I. Allegro maestosoLuigi Cherubini, Quartetto Savinio
String Quartet No. 4 in E Major: II. LarghettoLuigi Cherubini, Quartetto Savinio
String Quartet No. 4 in E Major: III. ScherzoLuigi Cherubini, Quartetto Savinio
String Quartet No. 4 in E Major: IV. Finale. Allegro assaiLuigi Cherubini, Quartetto Savinio
String Quartet No. 5 in F Major: I. Moderato assaiLuigi Cherubini, Quartetto Savinio
String Quartet No. 5 in F Major: II. AdagioLuigi Cherubini, Quartetto Savinio
String Quartet No. 5 in F Major: III. Scherzo. Allegro non troppoLuigi Cherubini, Quartetto Savinio
String Quartet No. 5 in F Major: IV. Finale. Allegro vivaceLuigi Cherubini, Quartetto Savinio
String Quartet No. 2 in C Major: I. Lento - AllegroLuigi Cherubini, Quartetto Savinio
String Quartet No. 2 in C Major: II. LentoLuigi Cherubini, Quartetto Savinio
String Quartet No. 2 in C Major: III. Scherzo. Allegro assaiLuigi Cherubini, Quartetto Savinio
String Quartet No. 2 in C Major: IV. Finale. Allegro vivaceLuigi Cherubini, Quartetto Savinio
String Quartet No. 3 in D Minor: I. Allegro comodoLuigi Cherubini, Quartetto Savinio
String Quartet No. 3 in D Minor: II. Larghetto sostenutoLuigi Cherubini, Quartetto Savinio
String Quartet No. 3 in D Minor: III. Scherzo. AllegroLuigi Cherubini, Quartetto Savinio
String Quartet No. 3 in D Minor: IV. Finale. Allegro risolutoLuigi Cherubini, Quartetto Savinio
String Quartet No. 6 in A Minor: I. Allegro moderatoLuigi Cherubini, Quartetto Savinio
String Quartet No. 6 in A Minor: II. Andantino graziosoLuigi Cherubini, Quartetto Savinio
String Quartet No. 6 in A Minor: III. Scherzo. Allegro moltoLuigi Cherubini, Quartetto Savinio
String Quartet No. 6 in A Minor: IV. Finale. Allegro affettuosoLuigi Cherubini, Quartetto Savinio
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