Schoenberg, Berg, Webern,Quatuor Diotima

Quatuor Diotima presents a captivating collection of works by Schoenberg, Berg, and Webern, released on 24 November 2010 via naïve classique. This album is a masterful exploration of chamber music, delving into the realms of avant-garde and Japanese classical genres.

The tracklist features a range of intricate pieces, including the String Quartet n°2 in f sharp minor Op.10, with its varying tempos and moods, from the gentle 'Massig' to the intense 'Sehr Langsam, Entrückung'. The Six bagatelles for string quartet, op.9, showcase the quartet's technical prowess, navigating the complexities of 'Ziemlich fliessend' and 'Ausserst Langsam' with ease. The Lyric suite, for string quartet, with voice, is a highlight, with its dramatic shifts in tone and pace, from the 'Allegro gioviale' to the haunting 'Largo desolato. De Profundis Clamavi'.

With a duration of 1 hour and 4 minutes, this album is a substantial and rewarding listen. Quatuor Diotima's performance is characterised by its nuance and expressiveness, bringing depth and emotion to the complex compositions. The result is a rich and immersive listening experience that will appeal to fans of chamber music and those interested in exploring the avant-garde and Japanese classical genres.