01. "String Quartet No. 2 in E major, Op. 33 - I. Andante moderato"
02. "String Quartet No. 2 in E major, Op. 33 - II. Allegretto"
03. "String Quartet No. 2 in E major, Op. 33 - III. Molto lento"
04. "String Quartet No. 2 in E major, Op. 33 - IV. Allegro molto"
05. "Quartet for flute, violin, viola and violoncello, Op. 43 - I. Molto vivace"
06. "Quartet for flute, violin, viola and violoncello, Op. 43 - II. Adagio, non troppo lento"
07. "Quartet for flute, violin, viola and violoncello, Op. 43 - III. Molto vivace"
08. "Quartet for flute, violin, viola and violoncello, Op. 43 - IV. Molto lento - Molto vivace"
09. "String Quartet No.1 in Bb, Op. 9 - I. Ziemlich bewegtes Zeitmass"
10. "String Quartet No.1 in Bb, Op. 9 - II. So rasch als m?glich"
11. "String Quartet No.1 in Bb, Op. 9 - III. Langsames Zeitmass, sehr frei im Vortrag"
12. "String Quartet No.1 in Bb, Op. 9 - IV. Lebhaft bewegt"
Number of discs:
1
Description:
Runningtime: 00:00:00, Labelcode GUD7328.2
The "Andreae String Quartets" CD, performed by The Locrian Ensemble and released by Guild, offers a captivating exploration of the chamber music works of Richard Andreae. This recording brings to life Andreae's expressive string quartets, characterized by their lyrical melodies and intricate interplay between instruments. The Locrian Ensemble is renowned for its sensitive interpretations and technical excellence, making them an ideal choice to present these rarely recorded gems. Their performance highlights both the emotional depth and structural sophistication of Andreae?s compositions, providing listeners with a rewarding musical journey through lesser-known repertoire.
The Locrian Ensemble has established itself as one of Britain?s leading chamber groups since its founding in 1995. Known for their versatility and commitment to uncovering overlooked masterpieces, they have received critical acclaim for performances at major venues such as London?s Wigmore Hall and Southbank Centre. Their discography spans classical staples as well as world premiere recordings.
Guild Music is an independent label based in Switzerland with a strong reputation for high-quality classical releases. Since its inception in 1988, Guild has been dedicated to presenting exceptional performances from both established artists and emerging talents across various genres within classical music.