Description
Glazunov: String Quintet op. 39, Tchaikovsky: Souvenir de Florence string sextet, op. 70 - Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields Chamber Ensemble / Chandos Audio CD 1995 / CHAN 9387
UPC 095115938720
Product Details
- Format: CD
- Released: 1995
- Genre: Classical
- Artist: Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields Chamber Ensemble
- Label: Chandos – CHAN 9387
Overview
The Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields Chamber Ensemble presents a stunning interpretation of two iconic works of Russian chamber music. Tchaikovsky’s Souvenir de Florence, Op. 70, a string sextet, reflects the composer’s affection for Italy, blending Russian melodic richness with Italianate charm. Paired with Glazunov’s String Quintet, Op. 39, a masterful exploration of lush harmonies and intricate interplay, this album offers a profound journey into late-Romantic string repertoire.
This Chandos recording captures the warmth and precision of the ensemble's performance, making it an essential addition to the collections of chamber music aficionados.
Track Listing
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840–1893): Souvenir de Florence, Op. 70 (String Sextet) (34:01)
- I. Allegro con spirito – 10:32
- II. Adagio cantabile e con moto – Moderato Tempo I – 9:33
- III. Allegretto moderato – 6:44
- IV. Allegro vivace – 7:00
Alexander Glazunov (1865–1936): String Quintet, Op. 39 (A minor) (29:02)
- I. Allegro – 8:28
- II. Scherzo: Allegro moderato – 5:37
- III. Andante sostenuto – 7:02
- IV. Finale: Allegro moderato – 7:41
Key Credits
- Violins: Kenneth Sillito, Malcolm Latchem
- Violas: Robert Smissen, Stephen Tees
- Cellos: Stephen Orton, Roger Smith
