Embark on a comprehensive journey through the world of string quartets with the renowned Emerson String Quartet. Released on January 1, 2007, by Deutsche Grammophon, "The String Quartet Revealed" is a meticulously curated collection that spans a rich tapestry of classical chamber music. This impressive compilation features a diverse array of compositions from some of the most celebrated composers in history, including Beethoven, Mozart, Schubert, Dvořák, Bartók, and many more.
The Emerson String Quartet, known for their technical prowess and expressive depth, delivers a captivating performance that showcases the intricacies and nuances of each piece. With a total duration of 4 hours and 27 minutes, this album is a substantial exploration of the string quartet genre, offering a blend of well-known masterpieces and lesser-known gems.
From the hauntingly beautiful "Adagio for Strings" by Samuel Barber to the playful "The Joke" by Haydn, the album traverses a wide range of emotions and styles. The Emerson String Quartet's interpretation of Beethoven's "Razumovsky" quartets and Schubert's "Death and the Maiden" is particularly noteworthy, highlighting their ability to bring fresh insights to familiar works.
The album is not just a collection of individual pieces but a cohesive journey through the evolution of the string quartet. It begins with classical compositions and moves through the romantic and modern eras, culminating in contemporary works. This chronological progression allows the listener to appreciate the development of the genre and the Emerson String Quartet's versatility in navigating different musical styles.
Recorded with Deutsche Grammophon's characteristic high production standards, the sound quality is impeccable, allowing every note and nuance to shine. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "The String Quartet Revealed" by the Emerson String Quartet offers an enriching and rewarding listening experience.
Tracks
String Quartet in F Minor, Op. 20 No. 5: I. Allegro moderatoJoseph 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 D Major, Op. 64 No. 5 "The Lark": I. Allegro moderatoJoseph Haydn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet in G Minor, Op. 74 No. 3 "Rider": II. Largo assaiJoseph 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: III. Menuetto. Presto – TrioJoseph Haydn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 15 in D Minor, K. 421: III. Menuetto. Allegretto – TrioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 16 in E-Flat Major, K. 428: II. Andante con motoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 17 in B-Flat Major, K. 458 "The Hunt": IV. Allegro assaiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 19 in C Major, K. 465 "Dissonance": I. Adagio – AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 1 in F Major, Op. 18 No. 1: III. Scherzo. Allegro moltoLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 2 in G Major, Op. 18 No. 2: I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 7 in F Major, Op. 59 No. 1 "Razumovsky No. 1": II. Allegretto vivace e sempre scherzandoLudwig van Beethoven, 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
String Quartet No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 131: I. Adagio ma non troppo e molto espressivoLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 13 in B-Flat Major, Op. 130: II. PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 12 in C Minor, D. 703 "Quartettsatz"Franz Schubert, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 13 in A Minor, D. 804 "Rosamunde": II. AndanteFranz Schubert, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 14 in D Minor, D. 810 "Death and the Maiden": IV. PrestoFranz Schubert, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 13: I. Adagio – Allegro vivaceFelix Mendelssohn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 3 in D Major, Op. 44 No. 1: IV. Presto con brioFelix Mendelssohn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 6 in F Minor, Op. 80: III. AdagioFelix Mendelssohn, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 3 in A Major, Op. 41 No. 3: I. Andante espressivo – Allegro molto moderatoRobert Schumann, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 51 No. 1: II. Romanze. Poco adagio - Recorded 1984Johannes Brahms, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 1 in E Minor, JB 1:105 "From My Life": I. Allegro vivo appassionatoBedřich Smetana, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 12 in F Major, Op. 96, B. 179 "American": IV. Finale. Vivace ma non troppoAntonín Dvořák, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 2 in D Major: III. Notturno. AndanteAlexander Borodin, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 1 in D Major, Op. 11: III. Scherzo. Allegro non tanto e con fuoco – TrioPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 27: III. Intermezzo. Allegro molto marcato – Più vivo e scherzandoEdvard Grieg, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet in G Minor, CD 91: I. Animé et très décidéClaude Debussy, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet, M. 35: II. Assez vif, très rythméMaurice Ravel, Emerson String Quartet
5 Movements, Op. 5 (1909 String Quartet Version): III. Sehr bewegtAnton Webern, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet, Op. 11: II. Molto adagio (Original Version of Adagio for Strings)Samuel Barber, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 2: II. ArgumentsCharles Ives, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 2, Sz. 67: II. Allegro molto capricciosoBéla Bartók, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 4, Sz. 91: III. Non troppo lentoBéla Bartók, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 5, Sz. 102: III. Scherzo. Alla bulgarese – TrioBéla Bartók, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet in D Minor, Op. 56 "Voces intimae": V. AllegroJean Sibelius, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 2 in F Major, Op. 92: III. AllegroSergei Prokofiev, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 3 in F Major, Op. 73: III. Allegro non troppo - Live at Harris Concert Hall, Aspen, 1999Dmitri Shostakovich, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 8 In C Minor, Op. 110: V. Largo - Live at Harris Concert Hall, Aspen, 1998Dmitri Shostakovich, Emerson String Quartet
2 Pieces for String Quartet (1931): No. 2, Polka (The Age of Gold) - Live at Harris Concert Hall, Aspen, 1999Dmitri Shostakovich, Emerson String Quartet
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