Description

Pavel Haas Quartet - Prokofiev: String Quartets Nos 1 & 2, Sonata For Two Violins / Supraphon Audio CD 2009 / SU 3957-2

UPC 099925395728

Product Details:

Label: Supraphon
Format: CD, Album
Country: Europe
Released: 2009
Genre: Classical
Style: Modern

Overview:

This dynamic album features the celebrated Pavel Haas Quartet in a stunning interpretation of Sergey Prokofiev's chamber music masterpieces. The quartet delivers exquisite performances of Prokofiev's String Quartets Nos. 1 & 2 and the Sonata for Two Violins, showcasing the composer’s innovative modern style and harmonic richness.

The String Quartet No. 1 in B Minor, Op. 50 opens the album with a striking balance between dramatic intensity and lyrical beauty. Prokofiev’s use of contrasting tempos and moods in this quartet is masterfully captured by the Pavel Haas Quartet, particularly in the lively second movement and the emotionally charged third movement.

The Sonata for Two Violins in C Major, Op. 56 is a delight, filled with intricate interplay between the violinists, Veronika Jarůšková and Eva Karová. Its four movements flow seamlessly from the lyrical Andante Cantabile to the energetic Allegro, demonstrating Prokofiev’s ability to weave technical virtuosity with expressive depth.

Closing the album is String Quartet No. 2 in F Major, Op. 92, a work inspired by Kabardinian folk themes. Its distinct character, shaped by its rhythmic and thematic motifs, highlights Prokofiev's ability to blend traditional melodies with his modern style. The Pavel Haas Quartet’s nuanced performance ensures every movement’s intricate details shine.

This album is a must-have for lovers of 20th-century classical music, showcasing Prokofiev's pioneering vision and the Pavel Haas Quartet's exceptional artistry.