Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's string quintets with this comprehensive collection, "Mozart: The Complete String Quintets." Released on August 31, 2010, by Hyperion, this album is a testament to Mozart's unparalleled mastery of chamber music. Spanning nearly three hours, the album features six quintets, each a jewel in its own right, showcasing Mozart's extraordinary ability to blend depth, complexity, and beauty in his compositions.
The quintets, performed with exquisite precision and passion, range from the luminous B-Flat Major Quintet, K. 174, to the profound and dramatic G Minor Quintet, K. 516. Each piece is a journey through Mozart's evolving style, from the youthful exuberance of his earlier works to the profound maturity of his later compositions. The album includes well-known favorites and lesser-known gems, all united by Mozart's signature melodic genius and harmonic innovation.
This collection is a must for any classical music enthusiast, offering a rich and rewarding listening experience. Whether you're a longtime admirer of Mozart or new to his music, these quintets provide a profound and engaging exploration of one of the greatest composers in history.
Tracks
String Quintet in B-Flat Major, K. 174: I. Allegro moderatoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Philip Dukes, Nash Ensemble
String Quintet in B-Flat Major, K. 174: II. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Philip Dukes, Nash Ensemble
String Quintet in B-Flat Major, K. 174: III. Menuetto ma allegretto – TrioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nash Ensemble, Philip Dukes
String Quintet in B-Flat Major, K. 174: IV. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nash Ensemble, Philip Dukes
String Quintet in C Minor, K. 406: I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Philip Dukes, Nash Ensemble
String Quintet in C Minor, K. 406: II. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Philip Dukes, Nash Ensemble
String Quintet in C Minor, K. 406: III. Menuetto in canone – Trio al rovescioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Philip Dukes, Nash Ensemble
String Quintet in C Minor, K. 406: IV. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nash Ensemble, Philip Dukes
String Quintet in C Major, K. 515: I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Philip Dukes, Nash Ensemble
String Quintet in C Major, K. 515: II. Menuetto. Allegretto – TrioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Philip Dukes, Nash Ensemble
String Quintet in C Major, K. 515: III. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Philip Dukes, Nash Ensemble
String Quintet in C Major, K. 515: IV. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Philip Dukes, Nash Ensemble
String Quintet in G Minor, K. 516: I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nash Ensemble, Philip Dukes
String Quintet in G Minor, K. 516: II. Menuetto. Allegretto – TrioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nash Ensemble, Philip Dukes
String Quintet in G Minor, K. 516: III. Adagio ma non troppoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nash Ensemble, Philip Dukes
String Quintet in G Minor, K. 516: IV. Adagio – AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Philip Dukes, Nash Ensemble
String Quintet in D Major, K. 593: I. Larghetto – Allegro – LarghettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Philip Dukes, Nash Ensemble
String Quintet in D Major, K. 593: II. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Philip Dukes, Nash Ensemble
String Quintet in D Major, K. 593: III. Menuetto. Allegretto – TrioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Philip Dukes, Nash Ensemble
String Quintet in D Major, K. 593: IV. Finale. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Philip Dukes, Nash Ensemble
String Quintet in E-Flat Major, K. 614: I. Allegro di moltoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Philip Dukes, Nash Ensemble
String Quintet in E-Flat Major, K. 614: II. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Philip Dukes, Nash Ensemble
String Quintet in E-Flat Major, K. 614: III. Menuetto. Allegretto – TrioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Philip Dukes, Nash Ensemble
String Quintet in E-Flat Major, K. 614: IV. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Philip Dukes, Nash Ensemble
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