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Debussy: String Quartet & Sonatas

Claude Debussy

2025
14 tracks
1 uur, 16 min
classical piano

Album Description

Claude Debussy's exquisite collection, Debussy: String Quartet & Sonatas, is a masterful showcase of the composer's innovative and expressive style. Released on 10 January 2025 by Hyperion, this captivating album spans 1 hour and 16 minutes, inviting listeners to immerse themselves in a world of elegant soundscapes.

The album features a beautifully curated selection of Debussy's most renowned works, including the enchanting Prélude à l'après-midi d'un faune, arranged for ensemble by Walter. The Violin Sonata in G Minor, with its lively Allegro vivo and whimsical Intermède, showcases the composer's ability to craft intricate, nuanced melodies.

The Sonata for Flute, Viola & Harp is a true gem, with its gentle Pastorale and lively Finale, while the Cello Sonata in D Minor displays a profound sense of emotional depth, from the haunting Prologue to the animated Finale. The String Quartet in G Minor, with its dramatic Animé et très décidé and poignant Andantino, is a testament to Debussy's skill as a chamber music composer.

Throughout the album, Debussy's unique blend of classical piano and chamber music elements shines, creating a rich and immersive listening experience. With its perfect balance of energy and introspection, Debussy: String Quartet & Sonatas is a must-listen for fans of classical music and a wonderful introduction to the composer's oeuvre.

Tracks

Prélude à l'après-midi d'un faune, CD 87 (Arr. Walter for Ensemble)Claude Debussy, Nash Ensemble
8:45
Violin Sonata in G Minor, CD 148: I. Allegro vivoClaude Debussy, Nash Ensemble
5:16
Violin Sonata in G Minor, CD 148: II. Intermède. Fantasque et légerClaude Debussy, Nash Ensemble
4:15
Violin Sonata in G Minor, CD 148: III. Finale. Très animéClaude Debussy, Nash Ensemble
4:27
Sonata for Flute, Viola & Harp, CD 145: I. Pastorale. Lento, dolce rubatoClaude Debussy, Nash Ensemble
6:39
Sonata for Flute, Viola & Harp, CD 145: II. Interlude. Tempo di minuettoClaude Debussy, Nash Ensemble
5:48
Sonata for Flute, Viola & Harp, CD 145: III. Finale. Allegro moderato ma risolutoClaude Debussy, Nash Ensemble
4:45
Cello Sonata in D Minor, CD 144: I. Prologue. Lent, sostenuto et molto risolutoClaude Debussy, Nash Ensemble
4:42
Cello Sonata in D Minor, CD 144: II. Sérénade. Modérément animéClaude Debussy, Nash Ensemble
3:16
Cello Sonata in D Minor, CD 144: III. Finale. Animé, léger et nerveuxClaude Debussy, Nash Ensemble
3:48
String Quartet in G Minor, CD 91: I. Animé et très décidéClaude Debussy, Nash Ensemble
6:23
String Quartet in G Minor, CD 91: II. Scherzo. Assez vif et bien rythméClaude Debussy, Nash Ensemble
3:46
String Quartet in G Minor, CD 91: III. Andantino, doucement expressifClaude Debussy, Nash Ensemble
7:24
String Quartet in G Minor, CD 91: IV. Très modéré – Très mouvementé – Très animéClaude Debussy, Nash Ensemble
7:12

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About Claude Debussy

Claude Debussy, born Achille Claude Debussy, was a pioneering French composer who left an indelible mark on the classical music landscape. Often hailed as the first Impressionist composer, despite his personal rejection of the label, Debussy's innovative approach to harmony and orchestration revolutionized the musical world. His compositions, which span the late 19th and early 20th centuries, are celebrated for their evocative atmospheres and subtle, shimmering textures. Debussy's influence endures, making him a cornerstone of classical piano and broader classical music genres.

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