Immerse yourself in the world of classical chamber music with the Artemis Quartet's latest album, "Beethoven, Brahms, Mendelssohn." This extraordinary collection, released on Warner Classics, showcases the quartet's exceptional artistry and versatility, featuring a meticulously curated selection of works by three of the most revered composers in classical music history.
Spanning an impressive 6 hours and 28 minutes, this album is a testament to the Artemis Quartet's mastery of the string quartet repertoire. The ensemble, renowned for their dynamic performances and profound musical insight, delivers a captivating interpretation of Mendelssohn's String Quartets No. 6, No. 3, and No. 2, Beethoven's String Quartets No. 2, No. 10, No. 7, No. 11, No. 5, No. 8, and No. 13, as well as Brahms' Piano Quintet in F Minor and String Quartet No. 3.
The Artemis Quartet, recognized as one of the leading string quartets of the younger generation, brings a fresh perspective to these timeless works. Their precise yet expressive playing, combined with a deep understanding of the composers' intentions, results in performances that are both technically impressive and emotionally resonant.
This album is not just a compilation of individual pieces but a cohesive journey through the evolution of the string quartet form. From the youthful exuberance of Beethoven's early quartets to the profound introspection of his late works, and from the lyrical beauty of Mendelssohn's compositions to the rich harmonies of Brahms' quartets, the Artemis Quartet guides the listener through a rich tapestry of sound and emotion.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rewarding listening experience. The Artemis Quartet's "Beethoven, Brahms, Mendelssohn" is a celebration of the string quartet's enduring appeal and a testament to the quartet's exceptional talent.
Mendelssohn: String Quartet No. 6 in F Minor, Op. 80, MWV R37: I. Allegro vivace assaiFelix Mendelssohn, Artemis Quartet
Mendelssohn: String Quartet No. 6 in F Minor, Op. 80, MWV R37: II. Allegro assaiFelix Mendelssohn, Artemis Quartet
Mendelssohn: String Quartet No. 6 in F Minor, Op. 80, MWV R37: III. AdagioFelix Mendelssohn, Artemis Quartet
Mendelssohn: String Quartet No. 6 in F Minor, Op. 80, MWV R37: IV. Finale. Allegro moltoFelix Mendelssohn, Artemis Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 2 in G Major, Op. 18 No. 2: I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Artemis Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 2 in G Major, Op. 18 No. 2: II. Adagio cantabile - AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Artemis Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 2 in G Major, Op. 18 No. 2: III. Scherzo. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Artemis Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 2 in G Major, Op. 18 No. 2: IV. Allegro molto quasi prestoLudwig van Beethoven, Artemis Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 10 in E-Flat Major, Op. 74 "Harp": I. Poco adagio - AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Artemis Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 10 in E-Flat Major, Op. 74 "Harp": II. Adagio ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Artemis Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 10 in E-Flat Major, Op. 74 "Harp": III. PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Artemis Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 10 in E-Flat Major, Op. 74 "Harp": IV. Allegretto con variazioniLudwig van Beethoven, Artemis Quartet
Brahms: Piano Quintet in F Minor, Op. 34a: I. Allegro non troppoJohannes Brahms, Leif Ove Andsnes, Artemis Quartet
Brahms: Piano Quintet in F Minor, Op. 34a: II. Andante, un poco AdagioJohannes Brahms, Leif Ove Andsnes, Artemis Quartet
Brahms: Piano Quintet in F Minor, Op. 34a: III. Scherzo. AllegroJohannes Brahms, Leif Ove Andsnes, Artemis Quartet
Brahms: Piano Quintet in F Minor, Op. 34a: IV. Finale. Poco sostenutoJohannes Brahms, Leif Ove Andsnes, Artemis Quartet
Mendelssohn: String Quartet No. 3 in D Major, Op. 44 No. 1, MWV R30: I. Molto allegro vivaceFelix Mendelssohn, Artemis Quartet
Mendelssohn: String Quartet No. 3 in D Major, Op. 44 No. 1, MWV R30: II. Menuetto. Un poco allegrettoFelix Mendelssohn, Artemis Quartet
Mendelssohn: String Quartet No. 3 in D Major, Op. 44 No. 1, MWV R30: III. Andante espressivo ma con motoFelix Mendelssohn, Artemis Quartet
Mendelssohn: String Quartet No. 3 in D Major, Op. 44 No. 1, MWV R30: IV. Presto con brioFelix Mendelssohn, Artemis Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 7 in F Major, Op. 59 No. 1 "Razumovsky": I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Artemis Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 7 in F Major, Op. 59 No. 1 "Razumovsky": II. Allegretto vivace e sempre scherzandoLudwig van Beethoven, Artemis Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 7 in F Major, Op. 59 No. 1 "Razumovsky": III. Adagio molto e mestoLudwig van Beethoven, Artemis Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 7 in F Major, Op. 59 No. 1 "Razumovsky": IV. Thème russe. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Artemis Quartet
Mendelssohn: String Quartet No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 13, MWV R22: I. Adagio - Allegro vivaceFelix Mendelssohn, Artemis Quartet
Mendelssohn: String Quartet No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 13, MWV R22: II. Adagio non lentoFelix Mendelssohn, Artemis Quartet
Mendelssohn: String Quartet No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 13, MWV R22: III. Intermezzo. Allegretto con moto - Allegro di moltoFelix Mendelssohn, Artemis Quartet
Mendelssohn: String Quartet No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 13, MWV R22: IV. PrestoFelix Mendelssohn, Artemis Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 11 in F Minor, Op. 95 "Serioso": I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Artemis Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 11 in F Minor, Op. 95 "Serioso": II. Allegretto ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Artemis Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 11 in F Minor, Op. 95 "Serioso": III. Allegro assai vivace, ma seriosoLudwig van Beethoven, Artemis Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 11 in F Minor, Op. 95 "Serioso": IV. Larghetto espressivo - Allegretto agitatoLudwig van Beethoven, Artemis Quartet
Brahms: String Quartet No. 3 in B-Flat Major, Op. 67: I. VivaceJohannes Brahms, Artemis Quartet
Brahms: String Quartet No. 3 in B-Flat Major, Op. 67: II. AndanteJohannes Brahms, Artemis Quartet
Brahms: String Quartet No. 3 in B-Flat Major, Op. 67: III. Agitato. Allegretto non troppoJohannes Brahms, Artemis Quartet
Brahms: String Quartet No. 3 in B-Flat Major, Op. 67: IV. Poco allegretto con variazioniJohannes Brahms, Artemis Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 5 in A Major, Op. 18 No. 5: I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Artemis Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 5 in A Major, Op. 18 No. 5: II. MenuettoLudwig van Beethoven, Artemis Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 5 in A Major, Op. 18 No. 5: III. Andante cantabileLudwig van Beethoven, Artemis Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 5 in A Major, Op. 18 No. 5: IV. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Artemis Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 8 in E Minor, Op. 59 No. 2 "Razumovsky": I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Artemis Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 8 in E Minor, Op. 59 No. 2 "Razumovsky": II. Molto adagioLudwig van Beethoven, Artemis Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 8 in E Minor, Op. 59 No. 2 "Razumovsky": III. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Artemis Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 8 in E Minor, Op. 59 No. 2 "Razumovsky": IV. Finale. PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Artemis Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 13 in B-Flat Major, Op. 130: I. Adagio ma non troppo - AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Artemis Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 13 in B-Flat Major, Op. 130: II. PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Artemis Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 13 in B-Flat Major, Op. 130: III. Andante con moto ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Artemis Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 13 in B-Flat Major, Op. 130: IV. Alla danza tedesca. Allegro assaiLudwig van Beethoven, Artemis Quartet
Beethoven: String Quartet No. 13 in B-Flat Major, Op. 130: V. Cavatina. Adagio molto espressivoLudwig van Beethoven, Artemis Quartet
Beethoven: Grosse Fuge in B-Flat Major, Op. 133Ludwig van Beethoven, Artemis Quartet