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Brahms - The Three String Quartets; Piano Quartet In F Minor - The Budapest String Quartet, Rudolf Serkin / Sony Classical Great Performances / Sony Classical 2x Audio CD 2005 / 82876 78748 2
UPC 828767874821
"Brahms - The Three String Quartets; Piano Quartet In F Minor" presents a compelling exploration of Johannes Brahms's chamber music masterpieces, featuring the distinguished artistry of The Budapest String Quartet and the pianist Rudolf Serkin.
This collection showcases Brahms's three string quartets, each a testament to the composer's mastery of form, emotion, and melodic richness. The Budapest String Quartet, celebrated for their precision and interpretive depth, brings these quartets to life with expressive nuance and a keen understanding of Brahms's musical language.
The addition of the Piano Quartet In F Minor further enriches the listening experience. Rudolf Serkin's pianism, characterized by its clarity and sensitivity, complements the Budapest String Quartet's artistry, creating a seamless and harmonious collaboration.
Throughout the recording, the ensemble captures the essence of Brahms's Romanticism, from the dramatic and passionate moments to the delicate and introspective passages. The interplay between the instruments, guided by the collective expertise of these renowned musicians, illuminates the intricate textures and emotional landscapes of Brahms's compositions.
"Brahms - The Three String Quartets; Piano Quartet In F Minor" is a captivating journey through Brahms's chamber music repertoire, offering a rich tapestry of sound that reflects the depth and complexity of one of the Romantic era's most revered composers.
| Label: | Sony Classical – 82876 78748 2 |
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| Series: | Sony Classical Great Performances |
| Format: |
2 x CD, Compilation
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| Country: | Europe |
| Released: |
2005 |
| Genre: | Classical |
| Style: | Romantic |
Tracklist:
| Quartet No. 1 In C Minor, Op. 51, No. 1 | |||
| 1-1 | I. Allegro | 8:08 | |
| 1-2 | II. Romanze: Poco Adagio | 7:38 | |
| 1-3 | III. Allegretto Molto Moderato E Comodo; Un Poco Più Animato | 9:26 | |
| 1-4 | IV. Allegro | 5:47 | |
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Quartet No. 2 In A Minor, Op. 51, No. 2 |
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| 1-5 | I. Allegro Non Troppo | 9:02 | |
| 1-6 | II. Andante Moderato | 9:41 | |
| 1-7 | III. Quasi Menuetto, Moderato; Allegretto Vivace | 5:27 | |
| 1-8 | IV. Finale: Allegro Non Assai | 7:09 | |
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Quartet No. 3 In B-Flat, Op. 67 |
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| 2-1 | I. Vivace | 7:48 | |
| 2-2 | II. Andante | 7:43 | |
| 2-3 | III. Agitato; Allegretto Non Troppo | 5:58 | |
| 2-4 | IV. Poco Allegretto Con Variazioni | 9:36 | |
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Piano Quintet In F Minor, Op. 34 |
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| 2-5 | I Allegro Ma Non Trop | 15:49 | |
| 2-6 | II Andante Un Poco Adagio | 9:11 | |
| 2-7 | III Scherzo. Allegro | 7:42 | |
| 2-8 | IV Finale. Poco Sostenuto | 10:23 |
- Cello – Mischa Schneider
- Composed By – Johannes Brahms
- Design – Roxanne Slimak
- Design [Series] – Skouras Design
- Ensemble – The Budapest String Quartet
- Liner Notes – Irving Kolodin, James Goodfriend, Ulrike Brenning
- Liner Notes [French Translation] – Josée Bégaud, Sophie Liwszyc
- Liner Notes [German Translation] – Reinhard Lüthje
- Management [Editorial] – Laura Kszan
- Management [Packing] – Tammy Van Aken
- Management [Project] – David Foil, Warren Wernick
- Piano – Rudolf Serkin
- Producer [Original] – Thomas Z. Shepard
- Product Manager – Michelle Errante
- Reissue Producer, Engineer [Reissue] – Andreas K. Meyer
- Viola – Boris Kroyt
- Violin – Alexander Schneider, Joseph Roisman
