Immerse yourself in the captivating world of chamber music with the Belcea Quartet's "The Complete Warner Classics Edition," a meticulously crafted collection that showcases their unparalleled artistry and versatility. Released on August 26, 2025, under Warner Classics, this comprehensive album spans an impressive seven hours and four minutes, offering an extensive journey through the realms of classical music.
The Belcea Quartet, renowned for their dynamic performances and profound musical insights, presents a diverse repertoire that includes works by Claude Debussy, Béla Bartók, Franz Schubert, and more. The album features a rich tapestry of string quartets, quintets, and piano quintets, each piece performed with the ensemble's signature precision and emotional depth.
From the hauntingly beautiful "Quartettsatz" by Schubert to the intricate and rhythmic compositions of Bartók, the Belcea Quartet navigates the complexities of each piece with remarkable skill. The album's extensive tracklist, featuring works such as Debussy's String Quartet in G Minor and Schubert's iconic "Death and the Maiden," offers a comprehensive exploration of the chamber music genre.
This collection is not just a testament to the Belcea Quartet's mastery of their craft but also a celebration of the timeless beauty of classical music. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "The Complete Warner Classics Edition" promises an enriching and unforgettable listening experience.
Debussy: String Quartet in G Minor, Op. 10, CD 91, L. 85: I. Animé et très décidéClaude Debussy, Belcea Quartet
Debussy: String Quartet in G Minor, Op. 10, CD 91, L. 85: II. Assez vif et bien rythméClaude Debussy, Belcea Quartet
Debussy: String Quartet in G Minor, Op. 10, CD 91, L. 85: III. Andantino. Doucement expressifClaude Debussy, Belcea Quartet
Debussy: String Quartet in G Minor, Op. 10, CD 91, L. 85: IV. Très modéré - Très mouvementé et avec passionClaude Debussy, Belcea Quartet
Bartók: String Quartet No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 7, Sz. 40: I. LentoBéla Bartók, Belcea Quartet
Bartók: String Quartet No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 7, Sz. 40: II. AllegrettoBéla Bartók, Belcea Quartet
Bartók: String Quartet No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 7, Sz. 40: III. Allegro vivaceBéla Bartók, Belcea Quartet
Bartók: String Quartet No. 3 in C-Sharp Minor, Sz. 85: I. Prima parte. ModeratoBéla Bartók, Belcea Quartet
Bartók: String Quartet No. 3 in C-Sharp Minor, Sz. 85: II. Seconda parte. AllegroBéla Bartók, Belcea Quartet
Bartók: String Quartet No. 3 in C-Sharp Minor, Sz. 85: III. Ricapitulazione della prima parte. Moderato & IV. Coda. Allegro moltoBéla Bartók, Belcea Quartet
Bartók: String Quartet No. 5 in B-Flat Major, Sz. 102: I. AllegroBéla Bartók, Belcea Quartet
Bartók: String Quartet No. 5 in B-Flat Major, Sz. 102: II. Adagio moltoBéla Bartók, Belcea Quartet
Bartók: String Quartet No. 5 in B-Flat Major, Sz. 102: III. Scherzo. Alla bulgarese - TrioBéla Bartók, Belcea Quartet
Bartók: String Quartet No. 5 in B-Flat Major, Sz. 102: IV. AndanteBéla Bartók, Belcea Quartet
Bartók: String Quartet No. 5 in B-Flat Major, Sz. 102: V. Finale. Allegro vivace - PrestoBéla Bartók, Belcea Quartet
Bartók: String Quartet No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 17, Sz. 67: I. ModeratoBéla Bartók, Belcea Quartet
Bartók: String Quartet No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 17, Sz. 67: II. Allegro molto capricciosoBéla Bartók, Belcea Quartet
Bartók: String Quartet No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 17, Sz. 67: III. LentoBéla Bartók, Belcea Quartet
Bartók: String Quartet No. 4 in C Major, Sz. 91: I. AllegroBéla Bartók, Belcea Quartet
Bartók: String Quartet No. 4 in C Major, Sz. 91: II. Prestissimo, con sordinoBéla Bartók, Belcea Quartet
Bartók: String Quartet No. 4 in C Major, Sz. 91: III. Non troppo lentoBéla Bartók, Belcea Quartet
Bartók: String Quartet No. 4 in C Major, Sz. 91: IV. Allegretto pizzicatoBéla Bartók, Belcea Quartet
Bartók: String Quartet No. 4 in C Major, Sz. 91: V. Allegro moltoBéla Bartók, Belcea Quartet
Bartók: String Quartet No. 6 in D Major, Sz. 114: I. Mesto - VivaceBéla Bartók, Belcea Quartet
Bartók: String Quartet No. 6 in D Major, Sz. 114: II. Mesto - MarciaBéla Bartók, Belcea Quartet
Bartók: String Quartet No. 6 in D Major, Sz. 114: III. Mesto - Burletta. ModeratoBéla Bartók, Belcea Quartet
Bartók: String Quartet No. 6 in D Major, Sz. 114: IV. MestoBéla Bartók, Belcea Quartet
Schubert: String Quartet No. 12 in C Minor, D. 703 "Quartettsatz"Franz Schubert, Belcea Quartet
Schubert: String Quartet No. 13 in A Minor, Op. 29, D. 804 "Rosamunde": I. Allegro ma non troppoFranz Schubert, Belcea Quartet
Schubert: String Quartet No. 13 in A Minor, Op. 29, D. 804 "Rosamunde": II. AndanteFranz Schubert, Belcea Quartet
Schubert: String Quartet No. 13 in A Minor, Op. 29, D. 804 "Rosamunde": III. Menuetto. Allegretto - TrioFranz Schubert, Belcea Quartet
Schubert: String Quartet No. 13 in A Minor, Op. 29, D. 804 "Rosamunde": IV. Allegro moderatoFranz Schubert, Belcea Quartet
Schubert: String Quartet No. 10 in E-Flat Major, Op. Posth. 125 No. 1, D. 87: I. Allegro moderatoFranz Schubert, Belcea Quartet
Schubert: String Quartet No. 10 in E-Flat Major, Op. Posth. 125 No. 1, D. 87: II. Scherzo. Prestissimo - TrioFranz Schubert, Belcea Quartet
Schubert: String Quartet No. 10 in E-Flat Major, Op. Posth. 125 No. 1, D. 87: III. AdagioFranz Schubert, Belcea Quartet
Schubert: String Quartet No. 10 in E-Flat Major, Op. Posth. 125 No. 1, D. 87: IV. AllegroFranz Schubert, Belcea Quartet
Schubert: String Quintet in C Major, Op. 163, D. 956: I. Allegro ma non troppoFranz Schubert, Belcea Quartet, Valentin Erben
Schubert: String Quintet in C Major, Op. 163, D. 956: II. AdagioFranz Schubert, Belcea Quartet, Valentin Erben
Schubert: String Quintet in C Major, Op. 163, D. 956: III. Scherzo. Presto - Trio. Andante sostenutoFranz Schubert, Belcea Quartet, Valentin Erben
Schubert: String Quintet in C Major, Op. 163, D. 956: IV. Allegretto - Più allegroFranz Schubert, Belcea Quartet, Valentin Erben
Schubert: String Quartet No. 15 in G Major, Op. Posth. 161, D. 887: I. Allegro molto moderatoFranz Schubert, Belcea Quartet
Schubert: String Quartet No. 15 in G Major, Op. Posth. 161, D. 887: II. Andante un poco motoFranz Schubert, Belcea Quartet
Schubert: String Quartet No. 15 in G Major, Op. Posth. 161, D. 887: III. Scherzo. Allegro vivace - Trio. AllegrettoFranz Schubert, Belcea Quartet
Schubert: String Quartet No. 15 in G Major, Op. Posth. 161, D. 887: IV. Allegro assaiFranz Schubert, Belcea Quartet
Schubert: String Quartet No. 14 in D Minor, D. 810 "Death and the Maiden": I. AllegroFranz Schubert, Belcea Quartet
Schubert: String Quartet No. 14 in D Minor, D. 810 "Death and the Maiden": II. Andante con motoFranz Schubert, Belcea Quartet
Schubert: String Quartet No. 14 in D Minor, D. 810 "Death and the Maiden": III. Scherzo. Allegro molto - TrioFranz Schubert, Belcea Quartet
Schubert: String Quartet No. 14 in D Minor, D. 810 "Death and the Maiden": IV. PrestoFranz Schubert, Belcea Quartet
Schubert: Piano Quintet in A Major, Op. Posth. 114, D. 667 "The Trout": I. Allegro vivaceFranz Schubert, Belcea Quartet, Thomas Adès
Schubert: Piano Quintet in A Major, Op. Posth. 114, D. 667 "The Trout": II. AndanteFranz Schubert, Belcea Quartet, Thomas Adès