Immerse yourself in the profound and intricate world of Ludwig van Beethoven's string quartets with this captivating release, "Beethoven: Complete String Quartets, Vol. 1." Recorded live at the prestigious Konzerthaus in Vienna in 1989, this album offers a meticulous and stirring performance of some of Beethoven's most celebrated works. Spanning a generous duration of over four hours, this collection is a testament to Beethoven's genius and the enduring power of his compositions.
The album features a comprehensive selection of Beethoven's string quartets, including the early Op. 18 quartets, the monumental Op. 131, and the "Razumovsky" quartets. Each piece is performed with precision and passion, showcasing the full range of Beethoven's emotional and technical mastery. From the lively and spirited Allegro con brio of the String Quartet No. 1 in F Major to the deeply moving Adagio molto espressivo of the String Quartet No. 13 in B-Flat Major, this collection is a journey through the evolution of Beethoven's quartets.
This release on Warner Classics is a must for any classical music enthusiast, offering a rare opportunity to experience Beethoven's string quartets in a live setting. The clarity and depth of the recordings bring the performances to life, allowing you to appreciate the subtleties and nuances of Beethoven's compositions. Whether you are a seasoned fan of classical music or a newcomer to Beethoven's works, this album is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 4 in C Minor, Op. 18 No. 4: I. Allegro ma non tanto (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, VI.1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 4 in C Minor, Op. 18 No. 4: II. Scherzo. Andante scherzoso quasi allegretto (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, VI.1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 4 in C Minor, Op. 18 No. 4: III. Menuetto. Allegretto (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, VI.1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 4 in C Minor, Op. 18 No. 4: IV. Allegro (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, VI.1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 131: I. Adagio ma non troppo e molto espressivo (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, 1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 131: II. Allegro molto vivace (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, 1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 131: III. Allegro moderato (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, 1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 131: IV. Andante ma non troppo e molto cantabile (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, 1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 131: V. Presto (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, 1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 131: VI. Adagio quasi un poco andante (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, 1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 131: VII. Allegro (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, 1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 1 in F Major, Op. 18 No. 1: I. Allegro con brio (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, VI.1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 1 in F Major, Op. 18 No. 1: II. Adagio affettuoso ed appassionato (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, VI.1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 1 in F Major, Op. 18 No. 1: III. Scherzo. Allegro molto (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, VI.1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 1 in F Major, Op. 18 No. 1: IV. Allegro (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, VI.1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 10 in E-Flat Major, Op. 74 "Harp": I. Poco adagio - Allegro (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, VI.1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 10 in E-Flat Major, Op. 74 "Harp": II. Adagio ma non troppo (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, VI.1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 10 in E-Flat Major, Op. 74 "Harp": III. Presto (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, VI.1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 10 in E-Flat Major, Op. 74 "Harp": IV. Allegretto con variazioni (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, VI.1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 3 in D Major, Op. 18 No. 3: I. Allegro (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, VI.1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 3 in D Major, Op. 18 No. 3: II. Andante con moto (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, VI.1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 3 in D Major, Op. 18 No. 3: III. Allegro (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, VI.1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 3 in D Major, Op. 18 No. 3: IV. Presto (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, VI.1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 13 in B-Flat Major, Op. 130: I. Adagio ma non troppo - Allegro (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, 1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 13 in B-Flat Major, Op. 130: II. Presto (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, 1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 13 in B-Flat Major, Op. 130: III. Andante con moto ma non troppo (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, 1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 13 in B-Flat Major, Op. 130: IV. Alla danza tedesca. Allegro assai (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, 1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 13 in B-Flat Major, Op. 130: V. Cavatina. Adagio molto espressivo (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, 1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 13 in B-Flat Major, Op. 130: VI. Finale. Allegro (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, 1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 12 in E-Flat Major, Op. 127: I. Maestoso - Allegro (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, 1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 12 in E-Flat Major, Op. 127: II. Adagio ma non troppo e molto cantabile (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, 1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 12 in E-Flat Major, Op. 127: III. Scherzando vivace (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, 1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 12 in E-Flat Major, Op. 127: IV. Finale (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, 1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 7 in F Major, Op. 59 No. 1 "Razumovsky": I. Allegro (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, VI.1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 7 in F Major, Op. 59 No. 1 "Razumovsky": II. Allegretto vivace e sempre scherzando (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, VI.1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 7 in F Major, Op. 59 No. 1 "Razumovsky": III. Adagio molto e mesto (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, VI.1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 7 in F Major, Op. 59 No. 1 "Razumovsky": IV. Thème russe. Allegro (Live at Konzerthaus, Wien, VI.1989)Ludwig van Beethoven, Alban Berg Quartett
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