Immerse yourself in the profound and timeless compositions of Ludwig van Beethoven with "Beethoven: The String Quartets." This meticulously curated collection, released on January 1, 1997, under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon (DG) label, offers a comprehensive journey through Beethoven's string quartets, spanning over five hours and forty minutes of exquisite classical music. The album features a selection of Beethoven's most renowned works, including the early quartets from Op. 18, the Razumovsky quartets (Op. 59), the "Harp" quartet (Op. 74), the "Serioso" quartet (Op. 95), and the late quartets from Op. 127 and Op. 131. Each piece is a testament to Beethoven's unparalleled mastery of rhythm, force, and soulfulness, showcasing his dramatic breadth and innovative spirit. Whether you are a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album provides an unparalleled opportunity to explore the depth and richness of Beethoven's musical genius.
String Quartet No. 3 in D Major, Op. 18 No. 3: I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 3 in D Major, Op. 18 No. 3: II. Andante con motoLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 3 in D Major, Op. 18 No. 3: III. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 3 in D Major, Op. 18 No. 3: IV. PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 1 in F Major, Op. 18 No. 1: I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 1 in F Major, Op. 18 No. 1: II. Adagio affettuoso ed appassionatoLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 1 in F Major, Op. 18 No. 1: III. Scherzo. Allegro moltoLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 1 in F Major, Op. 18 No. 1: IV. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 2 in G Major, Op. 18 No. 2: I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 2 in G Major, Op. 18 No. 2: II. Adagio cantabile – AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 2 in G Major, Op. 18 No. 2: III. Scherzo. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 2 in G Major, Op. 18 No. 2: IV. Allegro molto, quasi prestoLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 4 in C Minor, Op. 18 No. 4: I. Allegro ma non tantoLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 4 in C Minor, Op. 18 No. 4: II. Scherzo. Andante scherzoso quasi allegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 4 in C Minor, Op. 18 No. 4: III. Menuetto. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 4 in C Minor, Op. 18 No. 4: IV. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 5 in A Major, Op. 18 No. 5: I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 5 in A Major, Op. 18 No. 5: II. MenuettoLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 5 in A Major, Op. 18 No. 5: III. Andante cantabileLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 5 in A Major, Op. 18 No. 5: IV. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 6 in B-Flat Major, Op. 18 No. 6: I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 6 in B-Flat Major, Op. 18 No. 6: II. Adagio ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 6 in B-Flat Major, Op. 18 No. 6: III. Scherzo. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 6 in B-Flat Major, Op. 18 No. 6: IV. La Malinconia. Adagio – Allegretto quasi allegroLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 7 in F Major, Op. 59 No. 1 "Razumovsky No. 1": I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 7 in F Major, Op. 59 No. 1 "Razumovsky No. 1": II. Allegretto vivace e sempre scherzandoLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 7 in F Major, Op. 59 No. 1 "Razumovsky No. 1": III. Adagio molto e mestoLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 7 in F Major, Op. 59 No. 1 "Razumovsky No. 1": IV. Thème russe. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 8 in E Minor, Op. 59 No. 2 "Razumovsky No. 2": I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 8 in E Minor, Op. 59 No. 2 "Razumovsky No. 2": II. Molto adagioLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 8 in E Minor, Op. 59 No. 2 "Razumovsky No. 2": III. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 8 in E Minor, Op. 59 No. 2 "Razumovsky No. 2": IV. Finale. PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 9 in C Major, Op. 59 No. 3 "Razumovsky No. 3": I. Andante con moto – Allegro vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 9 in C Major, Op. 59 No. 3 "Razumovsky No. 3": II. Andante con moto quasi allegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 9 in C Major, Op. 59 No. 3 "Razumovsky No. 3": III. Menuetto. GraziosoLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 9 in C Major, Op. 59 No. 3 "Razumovsky No. 3": IV. Allegro moltoLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 10 in E-Flat Major, Op. 74 "Harp": I. Poco adagio – AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 10 in E-Flat Major, Op. 74 "Harp": II. Adagio ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 10 in E-Flat Major, Op. 74 "Harp": III. Presto – Più presto quasi prestissimoLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 10 in E-Flat Major, Op. 74 "Harp": IV. Allegretto con variazioni – Un poco più vivace – AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 11 in F Minor, Op. 95 "Serioso": I. Allegro con brio - Recorded 1994Ludwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 11 in F Minor, Op. 95 "Serioso": II. Allegretto ma non troppo - Recorded 1994Ludwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 11 in F Minor, Op. 95 "Serioso": III. Allegro assai vivace ma serioso – Più allegro - Recorded 1994Ludwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 11 in F Minor, Op. 95 "Serioso": IV. Larghetto espressivo – Allegretto agitato – Allegro - Recorded 1994Ludwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 12 in E-Flat Major, Op. 127: I. Maestoso – AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 12 in E-Flat Major, Op. 127: II. Adagio, ma non troppo e molto cantabile – Andante con moto – Adagio molto espressivoLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 12 in E-Flat Major, Op. 127: III. Scherzando vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 12 in E-Flat Major, Op. 127: IV. Finale. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 131: I. Adagio ma non troppo e molto espressivoLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
String Quartet No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 131: II. Allegro molto vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Emerson String Quartet
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