Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Josef Suk's chamber music with this exquisite album, released on June 19, 2020, by Ars Produktion. Suk, a renowned Czech composer and violinist, presents a compelling collection of his works that showcase his mastery of the genre.
The album features two significant compositions: the Piano Quintet in G Minor, Op. 8, and Životem a snem, Op. 30. The Piano Quintet, a four-movement work, begins with an energetic Allegro energico, followed by a serene Adagio religioso. The Scherzo. Presto adds a playful touch, while the Finale. Allegro con fuoco brings the quintet to a thrilling close.
Životem a snem, Op. 30, is a ten-movement suite that translates to "Life and Dream." Each movement offers a unique emotional landscape, from the humorous and ironic first movement to the tender and heartfelt final movement dedicated to the healing of Suk's son. This suite is a testament to Suk's ability to convey a wide range of emotions through his music.
With a total duration of 1 hour and 8 minutes, this album is a substantial journey through Suk's musical prowess. The chamber music genre allows for an intimate exploration of his compositions, highlighting the intricate interplay between the piano and strings. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
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Tracks
Piano Quintet in G Minor, Op. 8: I. Allegro energicoJosef Suk, Christian Tetzlaff, Florian Donderer, Timothy Ridout, Tanja Tetzlaff, Kiveli Dörken
Piano Quintet in G Minor, Op. 8: II. Adagio religiosoJosef Suk, Christian Tetzlaff, Florian Donderer, Timothy Ridout, Tanja Tetzlaff, Kiveli Dörken
Piano Quintet in G Minor, Op. 8: III. Scherzo. PrestoJosef Suk, Christian Tetzlaff, Florian Donderer, Timothy Ridout, Tanja Tetzlaff, Kiveli Dörken
Piano Quintet in G Minor, Op. 8: IV. Finale. Allegro con fuocoJosef Suk, Christian Tetzlaff, Florian Donderer, Timothy Ridout, Tanja Tetzlaff, Kiveli Dörken
Životem a snem, Op. 30: I. S humorem a ironií, místy rozdurděněJosef Suk, Kiveli Dörken
Životem a snem, Op. 30: II. Neklidně a nesměle, bez silnějšího výrazuJosef Suk, Kiveli Dörken
Životem a snem, Op. 30: III. Tajemně a velmi vzdušněJosef Suk, Kiveli Dörken
Životem a snem, Op. 30: IV. Zamyšleně, později stále výbojnějiJosef Suk, Kiveli Dörken
Životem a snem, Op. 30: V. K uzdravení mého syna. Klidně, s hlubokým citemJosef Suk, Kiveli Dörken
Životem a snem, Op. 30: VI. S výrazem tiché, bezstarostné veselostiJosef Suk, Kiveli Dörken
Životem a snem, Op. 30: VII. Jednoduše, později s výrazem drtivé mociJosef Suk, Kiveli Dörken
Životem a snem, Op. 30: VIII. Jemně, švitorněJosef Suk, Kiveli Dörken
Životem a snem, Op. 30: IX. Šepotavě a tajemněJosef Suk, Kiveli Dörken
Životem a snem, Op. 30: X. Zapomenutým rovům v koutku hřbitova Křečovického. SnivěJosef Suk, Kiveli Dörken
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