Dive into the intricate world of Mieczysław Weinberg's String Quartets with the release of "Weinberg: String Quartets, Vol. 5" on Chandos. This captivating album, set to release on April 25, 2025, offers a profound exploration of Weinberg's later works, showcasing his mastery of the string quartet form. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 21 minutes, the album features four of Weinberg's most compelling quartets, including the intense and dramatic String Quartet No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 14, the hauntingly beautiful Improvisation & Romance for String Quartet, the profound and introspective String Quartet No. 9 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 80, and the expansive and innovative String Quartet No. 14, Op. 122. Each piece is a testament to Weinberg's unique voice and his ability to convey deep emotion and complexity through his music. This collection is a must for any classical music enthusiast, providing a rich and rewarding listening experience that highlights the depth and breadth of Weinberg's compositional genius.
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Tracks
String Quartet No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 14: I. PrestoMieczysław Weinberg, Arcadia Quartet
String Quartet No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 14: II. Andante sostenutoMieczysław Weinberg, Arcadia Quartet
String Quartet No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 14: III. AllegrettoMieczysław Weinberg, Arcadia Quartet
Improvisation & Romance for String Quartet: I. improvisation. AdagioMieczysław Weinberg, Arcadia Quartet
Improvisation & Romance for String Quartet: II. Romance. AndanteMieczysław Weinberg, Arcadia Quartet
String Quartet No. 9 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 80: I. Allegro moltoMieczysław Weinberg, Arcadia Quartet
String Quartet No. 9 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 80: II. AllegrettoMieczysław Weinberg, Arcadia Quartet
String Quartet No. 9 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 80: III. AndanteMieczysław Weinberg, Arcadia Quartet
String Quartet No. 9 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 80: IV. Allegro moderatoMieczysław Weinberg, Arcadia Quartet