Description
Haydn: String Quartets – Op. 33 Nos. 4, 5, 6 & Op. 42 by The Salomon Quartet (Audio CD)
Product Information
- Album Title: Haydn: String Quartets – Op. 33 Nos. 4, 5, 6 & Op. 42
- Performer: The Salomon Quartet Format: Compact Disc – Digital Audio (Digital Stereo)
- Violin: Simon Standage, Micaela Comberti
- Viola: Trevor Jones
- Cello: Jennifer Ward Clarke
- Label: Hyperion Records Limited, London, England
- Catalog Number: LC7533 / CDA66682
- UPC: 034571166827
- Playing Time: 72'24"
- Recording Information: Recording Engineer: Keith Warren
- Op. 33 Quartets: Recorded on 11, 12, 13 March 1992
- Op. 42 Quartet: Recorded on 9 February 1993
- Recording Producer: Roy Mowatt
- Design: Terry Shannon
- Executive Producers: Joanna Gamble, Edward Perry, & Hyperion Records Ltd
- Front Photograph: Derek Forss
- Released: 1993 (MCMXCIII)
- Produced In: England
Overview
Experience the refined craftsmanship of Joseph Haydn’s chamber music with this distinguished collection of string quartets performed by The Salomon Quartet. This Hyperion release presents four masterpieces that illustrate the evolution of Haydn’s musical style—from the joyful elegance of the Op. 33 quartets (Nos. 4, 5, and 6) to the poignant expressiveness of the Op. 42 quartet. Meticulously recorded in digital stereo, the album offers a balanced and detailed sound that invites listeners into the intimate world of classical chamber music.
French Translation – Aperçu :
Découvrez le raffinement de la musique de chambre de Joseph Haydn à travers cette collection exceptionnelle de quatuors à cordes interprétés par le Salomon Quartet. Cette édition Hyperion présente quatre chefs-d’œuvre illustrant l'évolution stylistique de Haydn – de l'élégance joyeuse des quatuors Op. 33 (n° 4, 5 et 6) à l'expressivité poignante du quatuor Op. 42. Conçu en stéréo numérique, l’album offre une qualité sonore équilibrée et détaillée qui plonge l'auditeur dans l'univers intime de la musique de chambre classique.
German Commentary Insight:
Diese Veröffentlichung enthält französische Erläuterungen, ergänzt durch einen umfassenden deutschen Kommentar, der das Hörerlebnis durch detaillierte Analysen und historische Hintergründe bereichert.
Product Features
Musical Repertoire & Arrangement
- String Quartet in B♭ Major, Op. 33 No. 4:
- A vibrant work that sparkles with lyrical themes and inventive interplay.
- String Quartet in G Major, Op. 33 No. 5 ("How do you do?"):
- Known for its charming greeting motif, this quartet delights with its playful dialogue between instruments.
- String Quartet in D Major, Op. 33 No. 6:
- A composition exuding buoyancy and refined classical elegance.
- String Quartet in D Minor, Op. 42:
- Contrasts the earlier works with a more introspective and dramatic character.
Performance & Interpretation
- The Salomon Quartet:
- Renowned for their attentive ensemble playing, the quartet delivers an interpretation that is both historically informed and emotionally engaging.
- Digital Audio Excellence:
- Captured in digital stereo, every nuance in the quartets is rendered with clarity, offering listeners an immersive and authentic sound experience.
Recording & Production
- Expert Engineering:
- Engineered by Keith Warren and produced by Roy Mowatt, ensuring a pristine acoustic environment and balanced sound.
- Artistic Presentation:
- The album includes comprehensive liner notes in French with German commentary, providing insight into the historical context and musical analysis of each work.
Interesting Facts
- Historical Context:
- Haydn’s string quartets are considered foundational to the classical chamber music repertoire, with these selections illustrating his innovative contributions to form and expression.
- Liner Notes:
- The CD comes with detailed notes in French and German commentary, offering a dual-language perspective that enriches the listener’s understanding of Haydn’s stylistic evolution.
- Aural Excellence:
- The digital remastering captures the texture and interplay of the instruments in a manner that pays homage to both Haydn’s creative spirit and the performance tradition of The Salomon Quartet.
French Translation – Faits Intéressants :
- Contexte Historique :
- Les quatuors à cordes de Haydn sont considérés comme essentiels dans le répertoire de la musique de chambre classique, et cette sélection illustre ses contributions innovantes en matière de forme et d'expression.
- Notes de Pochette :
- Le CD est complété par des annotations détaillées en français, accompagnées d’un commentaire en allemand, offrant ainsi une perspective bilingue qui enrichit la compréhension de l'évolution stylistique de Haydn.
- Excellence Sonore :
- Le remastering numérique restitue avec une grande finesse la texture sonore et l'interaction entre les instruments, rendant hommage à l'esprit créatif de Haydn et à la tradition d'interprétation du Salomon Quartet.
Track Listing
- String Quartet in B♭ Major, Op. 33 No. 4
- String Quartet in G Major, Op. 33 No. 5 ("How do you do?")
- String Quartet in D Major, Op. 33 No. 6
- String Quartet in D Minor, Op. 42
(Total Playing Time: 72 minutes 24 seconds)
Publishers
This exquisite release is presented by Hyperion Records Limited, London. It has been produced with meticulous attention to both performance and sound quality, ensuring a faithful representation of Haydn’s chamber masterpieces. All rights reserved by Hyperion Records.
For more information, please visit Hyperion Records.
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