Immerse yourself in the profound and intricate world of Johannes Brahms with the comprehensive collection "Brahms: Complete String Quartets, Quintets & Sextets." This meticulously curated album, released on Deutsche Grammophon, offers a sweeping journey through Brahms' chamber music masterpieces, showcasing his unparalleled ability to blend emotional depth with structural brilliance.
Spanning over five hours of captivating performances, this collection features some of Brahms' most celebrated works, including his three string quartets, two string quintets, two string sextets, a piano quintet, a clarinet trio, and a clarinet quintet. Each piece is a testament to Brahms' mastery of form and expression, from the intense passion of the String Quartet No. 1 in C Minor to the serene beauty of the String Sextet No. 2 in G Major.
The album brings together the esteemed Amadeus Quartet, along with notable musicians Cecil Aronowitz, Karl Leister, and Christoph Eschenbach, ensuring a performance of the highest caliber. Their interpretations bring out the richness and complexity of Brahms' compositions, making this collection a treasure trove for both seasoned classical music enthusiasts and those new to the genre.
Whether you're drawn to the dramatic intensity of the piano quintet or the delicate intricacies of the string quartets, this album offers a comprehensive exploration of Brahms' chamber music. It's a perfect addition to any classical music library, providing hours of listening pleasure and a deeper appreciation for one of the most influential composers in history.
String Quartet No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 51, No. 1: I. AllegroJohannes Brahms, Amadeus Quartet
String Quartet No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 51, No. 1: II. Romanze (Poco adagio)Johannes Brahms, Amadeus Quartet
String Quartet No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 51, No. 1: III. Allegretto molto moderato e comodo - Un poco più animatoJohannes Brahms, Amadeus Quartet
String Quartet No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 51, No. 1: IV. AllegroJohannes Brahms, Amadeus Quartet
String Quartet No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 51, No. 2: I. Allegro non troppoJohannes Brahms, Amadeus Quartet
String Quartet No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 51, No. 2: II. Andante moderatoJohannes Brahms, Amadeus Quartet
String Quartet No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 51, No. 2: III. Quasi minuetto, moderato - Allegretto vivaceJohannes Brahms, Amadeus Quartet
String Quartet No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 51, No. 2: IV. Finale (Allegro non assai - Più vivace)Johannes Brahms, Amadeus Quartet
String Quartet No. 3 in B Flat Major, Op. 67: I. VivaceJohannes Brahms, Amadeus Quartet
String Quartet No. 3 in B Flat Major, Op. 67: II. AndanteJohannes Brahms, Amadeus Quartet
String Quartet No. 3 in B Flat Major, Op. 67: III. Agitato (Allegretto non troppo)Johannes Brahms, Amadeus Quartet
String Quartet No. 3 in B Flat Major, Op. 67: IV. Poco allegretto con variazioni - Doppio movimentoJohannes Brahms, Amadeus Quartet
Piano Quintet in F Minor, Op. 34: I. Allegro non troppoJohannes Brahms, Amadeus Quartet, Christoph Eschenbach
Piano Quintet in F Minor, Op. 34: II. Andante, un poco adagioJohannes Brahms, Amadeus Quartet, Christoph Eschenbach
Piano Quintet in F Minor, Op. 34: III. Scherzo (Allegro)Johannes Brahms, Amadeus Quartet, Christoph Eschenbach
Piano Quintet in F Minor, Op. 34: IV. Finale (poco sostenuto - Allegro non troppo)Johannes Brahms, Amadeus Quartet, Christoph Eschenbach
String Quintet No. 1 in F Major, Op. 88: I. Allegro non troppo, ma con brioJohannes Brahms, Cecil Aronowitz, Amadeus Quartet
String Quintet No. 1 in F Major, Op. 88: II. Grave ed appassionato - Allegretto vivace - Tempo I - PrestoJohannes Brahms, Cecil Aronowitz, Amadeus Quartet
String Quintet No. 1 in F Major, Op. 88: III. Allegro energicoJohannes Brahms, Cecil Aronowitz, Amadeus Quartet
String Quintet No. 2 in G Major, Op. 111: I. Allegro non troppo, ma con brioJohannes Brahms, Cecil Aronowitz, Amadeus Quartet
String Quintet No. 2 in G Major, Op. 111: II. AdagioJohannes Brahms, Cecil Aronowitz, Amadeus Quartet
String Quintet No. 2 in G Major, Op. 111: III. Un poco allegrettoJohannes Brahms, Cecil Aronowitz, Amadeus Quartet
String Quintet No. 2 in G Major, Op. 111: IV. Vivace ma non troppo prestoJohannes Brahms, Cecil Aronowitz, Amadeus Quartet
Clarinet Trio in A Minor, Op. 114: I. AllegroJohannes Brahms, Christoph Eschenbach, Karl Leister, Georg Donderer
Clarinet Trio in A Minor, Op. 114: II. AdagioJohannes Brahms, Christoph Eschenbach, Karl Leister, Georg Donderer
Clarinet Trio in A Minor, Op. 114: III. Andante graziosoJohannes Brahms, Christoph Eschenbach, Karl Leister, Georg Donderer
Clarinet Trio in A Minor, Op. 114: IV. AllegroJohannes Brahms, Christoph Eschenbach, Karl Leister, Georg Donderer
Clarinet Quintet in B Minor, Op. 115: I. AllegroJohannes Brahms, Karl Leister, Amadeus Quartet
Clarinet Quintet in B Minor, Op. 115: II. AdagioJohannes Brahms, Karl Leister, Amadeus Quartet
Clarinet Quintet in B Minor, Op. 115: III. Andantino - Presto non assai, ma con sentimentoJohannes Brahms, Karl Leister, Amadeus Quartet
Clarinet Quintet in B Minor, Op. 115: IV. Con motoJohannes Brahms, Karl Leister, Amadeus Quartet
String Sextet No. 1 in B Flat Major, Op. 18: I. Allegro ma non troppoJohannes Brahms, Amadeus Quartet, Cecil Aronowitz, William Pleeth
String Sextet No. 1 in B-Flat Major, Op. 18: II. Andante ma moderatoJohannes Brahms, Amadeus Quartet, Cecil Aronowitz, William Pleeth
String Sextet No. 1 in B Flat Major, Op. 18: III. Scherzo (Allegro molto)Johannes Brahms, Amadeus Quartet, Cecil Aronowitz, William Pleeth
String Sextet No. 1 in B Flat Major, Op. 18: IV. Rondo (Poco allegretto e grazioso)Johannes Brahms, Amadeus Quartet, Cecil Aronowitz, William Pleeth
String Sextet No. 2 in G Major, Op. 36: I. Allegro non troppoJohannes Brahms, Amadeus Quartet, Cecil Aronowitz, William Pleeth
String Sextet No. 2 in G Major, Op. 36: II. Scherzo (Allegro non troppo)Johannes Brahms, Amadeus Quartet, Cecil Aronowitz, William Pleeth
String Sextet No. 2 in G Major, Op. 36: III. Poco adagioJohannes Brahms, Amadeus Quartet, Cecil Aronowitz, William Pleeth
String Sextet No. 2 in G Major, Op. 36: IV. Poco allegroJohannes Brahms, Amadeus Quartet, Cecil Aronowitz, William Pleeth
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