Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Joachim Raff's chamber music with the release of his String Quartets Nos. 6 & 7. Composed in the mid-19th century, these quartets showcase Raff's unique blend of classical forms and romantic expressiveness. The sixth quartet, in C Minor, is a five-movement suite that evokes the elegance and grace of an earlier musical era, while the seventh quartet, in D Major, draws inspiration from the popular German folk tale "Die schöne Müllerin," offering a narrative journey through its six movements.
Recorded in 2005 by the esteemed label CPO, this album presents a total of eleven movements, with a duration of one hour and three minutes. The performances are brought to life by a talented ensemble, highlighting the intricate interplay between the strings and the rich emotional depth of Raff's compositions. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a delightful exploration of Raff's musical genius and his contribution to the string quartet repertoire.
2005 CPO2005 CPO
Tracks
String Quartet No. 6 in C Minor, Op. 192 No. 1 "Suite in älterer Form": I. Präludium. Larghetto - Allegro (Quasi alla breve)Joachim Raff, Mannheimer Streichquartett
String Quartet No. 6 in C Minor, Op. 192 No. 1 "Suite in älterer Form": II. Menuett. AllegroJoachim Raff, Mannheimer Streichquartett
String Quartet No. 6 in C Minor, Op. 192 No. 1 "Suite in älterer Form": III. Gavotte und Musette. AllegroJoachim Raff, Mannheimer Streichquartett
String Quartet No. 6 in C Minor, Op. 192 No. 1 "Suite in älterer Form": IV. Arie. LargoJoachim Raff, Mannheimer Streichquartett
String Quartet No. 6 in C Minor, Op. 192 No. 1 "Suite in älterer Form": V. Gigue - Finale. VivaceJoachim Raff, Mannheimer Streichquartett
String Quartet No. 7 in D Major, Op. 192 No. 2 "Die schöne Müllerin": I. Der Jüngling. AllegrettoJoachim Raff, Mannheimer Streichquartett
String Quartet No. 7 in D Major, Op. 192 No. 2 "Die schöne Müllerin": II. Die Mühle. AllegroJoachim Raff, Mannheimer Streichquartett
String Quartet No. 7 in D Major, Op. 192 No. 2 "Die schöne Müllerin": III. Die Müllerin. Andante, quasi adagiettoJoachim Raff, Mannheimer Streichquartett
String Quartet No. 7 in D Major, Op. 192 No. 2 "Die schöne Müllerin": IV. Unruhe. AllegroJoachim Raff, Mannheimer Streichquartett
String Quartet No. 7 in D Major, Op. 192 No. 2 "Die schöne Müllerin": V. Erklärung. Andantino quasi allegrettoJoachim Raff, Mannheimer Streichquartett
String Quartet No. 7 in D Major, Op. 192 No. 2 "Die schöne Müllerin": VI. Zum Polterabend. VivaceJoachim Raff, Mannheimer Streichquartett
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