Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's early string quartets with this meticulously crafted collection, "Mozart: The String Quartets, Vol.1." Released on January 1, 2005, under the prestigious Decca Music Group Ltd. label, this album is a testament to Mozart's unparalleled genius and his profound impact on classical music.
Spanning a generous 3 hours and 7 minutes, this volume is a comprehensive journey through Mozart's first 13 string quartets, composed between 1770 and 1773. Each quartet is a masterclass in composition, showcasing Mozart's ability to blend technical brilliance with emotional depth. The quartets range from the lively and spirited to the introspective and melancholic, offering a rich tapestry of musical experiences.
The album begins with the String Quartet No. 1 in G, K.80, and takes you through a series of works that highlight Mozart's evolving style and his innovative approach to the string quartet form. Notable pieces include the String Quartet No. 6 in B flat, K.159, with its graceful "Rondo (Allegro grazioso)," and the String Quartet No. 13 in D Minor, K.173, which concludes the collection on a dramatic and powerful note.
Performed with exquisite precision and passion, this album is a celebration of Mozart's early creative output. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this collection offers a captivating exploration of some of Mozart's most enduring and influential works.
Tracks
String Quartet No. 1 in G, K.80: 1. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 1 in G, K.80: 2. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 1 in G, K.80: 3. MenuettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 1 in G, K.80: 4. RondoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 2 in D, K.155: 1. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 2 in D, K.155: 2. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 2 in D, K.155: 3. Molto allegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 3 In G, K.156: 1. PrestoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 3 In G, K.156: 2. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 3 In G, K.156: 3. Tempo di MenuettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 3 In G, K.156: 2a. Adagio (original version)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 4 in C, K.157: 1. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 4 in C, K.157: 2. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 4 in C, K.157: 3. PrestoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 5 in F, K.158: 1. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 5 in F, K.158: 2. Andante un poco allegrettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 5 in F, K.158: 3. Tempo di MenuettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 6 in B flat, K.159: 1. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 6 in B flat, K.159: 2. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 6 in B flat, K.159: 3. Rondo (Allegro grazioso)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 7 in E flat, K.160: 1. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 7 in E flat, K.160: 2. Un poco adagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 7 in E flat, K.160: 3. PrestoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 8 in F, K.168: 1. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 8 in F, K.168: 2. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 8 in F, K.168: 3. MenuettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 8 in F, K.168: 4. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 9 in A, K.169: 1. Molto allegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 9 in A, K.169: 2. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 9 in A, K.169: 3. MenuettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 9 in A, K.169: 4. Rondeaux (Allegro)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 10 in C, K.170: 1. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 10 in C, K.170: 2. MenuettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 10 in C, K.170: 3. Un poco adagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 10 in C, K.170: 4. Rondeaux (Allegro)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 11 in E flat, K.171: 1. Adagio - Allegro assaiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 11 in E flat, K.171: 2. MenuettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 11 in E flat, K.171: 3. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 11 in E flat, K.171: 4. Allegro assaiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 12 in B flat, K.172: 1. Allegro spiritosoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 12 in B flat, K.172: 2. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 12 in B flat, K.172: 3. MenuettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 12 in B flat, K.172: 4. Allegro assaiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 13 in D Minor, K. 173: I. (Allegro ma molto moderato)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 13 in D Minor, K. 173: II. Andantino graziosoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 13 in D Minor, K. 173: III. MenuettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
String Quartet No. 13 in D minor, K.173: IV. (Allegro)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Quartetto Italiano
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