Description

Dvorak: String Quartet No. 13 Op. 106, Janaček: String Quartet No. 2 'Intime Letters' - Artemis Quartet / Virgin Classics Audio CD 2006 WDR / 0946 353399 2 5

UPC 0094635339925 / 793339700009

Product Details

Label: Virgin Classics – 0946 353399 2 5
Format: CD, Album
Released: 2006
Genre: Classical
Violins: Natalia Prischepenko, Heime Muller
Viola: Volker Jacobsen
Cello: Eckart Runge

Description

Embark on a journey through the emotional landscapes of two of the most profound composers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries with the Artemis Quartet's 2006 release under Virgin Classics. This album pairs Antonín Dvořák's String Quartet No. 13 in G major, Op. 106, a work brimming with lyrical beauty and complex harmonies, with Leoš Janáček's String Quartet No. 2 "Intimate Letters," a piece renowned for its deeply personal and expressive nature. The Artemis Quartet, known for their insightful interpretations and technical brilliance, brings these masterpieces to life, showcasing the emotional depth and innovative textures that define these works. This recording is a testament to the enduring power of string quartet music to convey the most intimate human emotions.

Track List

Antonin Dvorak (1841-1904)
1-4. String Quartet No. 13 in G major Op. 106 - 38:47Leoš Janaček (1854-1928)
5-8. String Quartet No. 2 "Intimate Letters" - 25:49

Interesting

The Artemis Quartet's interpretation of Dvořák's String Quartet No. 13 and Janáček's "Intimate Letters" is a masterclass in ensemble playing and musical storytelling. Dvořák composed his 13th Quartet after returning to Europe from America, during a period of personal loss and reflection, which is reflected in the emotional depth of the music. Janáček's "Intimate Letters" is considered one of the most personal and expressive string quartets of the 20th century, inspired by the composer's own unrequited love. The Artemis Quartet's performance captures the essence of these emotional landscapes, making this CD a valuable addition to any classical music collection.