Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of classical chamber music with the Alban Berg Quartett's latest release, "Schumann, Brahms & Dvořák." This exquisite collection, set to be released on April 22, 2024, under Warner Classics, showcases the ensemble's mastery and versatility, spanning over seven hours of captivating performances.
The album is a comprehensive journey through the works of three titans of classical music: Robert Schumann, Johannes Brahms, and Antonín Dvořák. The Alban Berg Quartett, renowned for their precision and expressive depth, delivers a nuanced interpretation of these timeless pieces. The ensemble is joined by esteemed collaborators for the quintets and sextets, adding layers of richness to the performances.
Highlights include the Brahms' String Quartets, a cornerstone of the chamber music repertoire, and the Dvořák's "American" String Quartet, a piece that beautifully encapsulates the composer's time in the United States. The live recordings from prestigious venues like the Wiener Konzerthaus and Carnegie Hall add an electrifying energy to the album, transporting you to the heart of these historic performances.
The album is a testament to the Alban Berg Quartett's enduring legacy and their commitment to bringing the best of chamber music to audiences worldwide. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this collection offers a profound and rewarding listening experience.
Brahms: String Quartet No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 51 No. 1: I. AllegroJohannes Brahms, Alban Berg Quartett
Brahms: String Quartet No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 51 No. 1: II. Romanze. Poco adagioJohannes Brahms, Alban Berg Quartett
Brahms: String Quartet No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 51 No. 1: III. Allegretto molto moderato e comodoJohannes Brahms, Alban Berg Quartett
Brahms: String Quartet No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 51 No. 1: IV. AllegroJohannes Brahms, Alban Berg Quartett
Brahms: Piano Quintet in F Minor, Op. 34: I. Allegro non troppo (Live at Wiener Konzerthaus, 1987)Johannes Brahms, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Alban Berg Quartett
Brahms: Piano Quintet in F Minor, Op. 34: II. Andante, un poco adagio (Live at Wiener Konzerthaus, 1987)Johannes Brahms, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Alban Berg Quartett
Brahms: Piano Quintet in F Minor, Op. 34: III. Scherzo. Allegro - Trio (Live at Wiener Konzerthaus, 1987)Johannes Brahms, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Alban Berg Quartett
Brahms: Piano Quintet in F Minor, Op. 34: IV. Finale. Poco sostenuto - Allegro non troppo (Live at Wiener Konzerthaus, 1987)Johannes Brahms, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Alban Berg Quartett
Dvořák: String Quartet No. 12 in F Major, Op. 96, B. 179 "American": I. Allegro ma non troppoAntonín Dvořák, Alban Berg Quartett
Dvořák: String Quartet No. 12 in F Major, Op. 96, B. 179 "American": II. LentoAntonín Dvořák, Alban Berg Quartett
Dvořák: String Quartet No. 12 in F Major, Op. 96, B. 179 "American": III. Molto vivaceAntonín Dvořák, Alban Berg Quartett
Dvořák: String Quartet No. 12 in F Major, Op. 96, B. 179 "American": IV. Finale. Vivace ma non troppoAntonín Dvořák, Alban Berg Quartett
Brahms: String Quartet No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 51 No. 2: I. Allegro non troppoJohannes Brahms, Alban Berg Quartett
Brahms: String Quartet No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 51 No. 2: II. Andante moderatoJohannes Brahms, Alban Berg Quartett
Brahms: String Quartet No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 51 No. 2: III. Quasi minuetto, moderatoJohannes Brahms, Alban Berg Quartett
Brahms: String Quartet No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 51 No. 2: IV. Finale. Allegro non assaiJohannes Brahms, Alban Berg Quartett
Dvořák: String Quartet No. 13 in G Major, Op. 106, B. 192: I. Allegro moderatoAntonín Dvořák, Alban Berg Quartett
Dvořák: String Quartet No. 13 in G Major, Op. 106, B. 192: II. Adagio ma non troppoAntonín Dvořák, Alban Berg Quartett
Dvořák: String Quartet No. 13 in G Major, Op. 106, B. 192: III. Molto vivaceAntonín Dvořák, Alban Berg Quartett
Dvořák: String Quartet No. 13 in G Major, Op. 106, B. 192: IV. Finale. Andante sostenuto - Allegro con fuocoAntonín Dvořák, Alban Berg Quartett
Brahms: String Quartet No. 3 in B-Flat Major, Op. 67: I. VivaceJohannes Brahms, Alban Berg Quartett
Brahms: String Quartet No. 3 in B-Flat Major, Op. 67: II. AndanteJohannes Brahms, Alban Berg Quartett
Brahms: String Quartet No. 3 in B-Flat Major, Op. 67: III. Agitato. Allegretto non troppoJohannes Brahms, Alban Berg Quartett
Brahms: String Quartet No. 3 in B-Flat Major, Op. 67: IV. Poco allegretto con variazioniJohannes Brahms, Alban Berg Quartett
Dvořák: Piano Quintet in A Major, Op. 81, B. 155: I. Allegro ma non tantoAntonín Dvořák, Rudolf Buchbinder, Alban Berg Quartett
Dvořák: Piano Quintet in A Major, Op. 81, B. 155: II. Dumka. Andante con motoAntonín Dvořák, Rudolf Buchbinder, Alban Berg Quartett
Dvořák: Piano Quintet in A Major, Op. 81, B. 155: III. Scherzo. FuriantAntonín Dvořák, Rudolf Buchbinder, Alban Berg Quartett
Dvořák: Piano Quintet in A Major, Op. 81, B. 155: IV. Finale. AllegroAntonín Dvořák, Rudolf Buchbinder, Alban Berg Quartett
Brahms: String Sextet No. 2 in G Major, Op. 36: I. Allegro non troppo (Live at Salle Favart, 1987)Johannes Brahms, Alban Berg Quartett, Amadeus Ensemble
Brahms: String Sextet No. 2 in G Major, Op. 36: II. Scherzo. Allegro non troppo (Live at Salle Favart, 1987)Johannes Brahms, Alban Berg Quartett, Amadeus Ensemble
Brahms: String Sextet No. 2 in G Major, Op. 36: III. Poco adagio (Live at Salle Favart, 1987)Johannes Brahms, Alban Berg Quartett, Amadeus Ensemble
Brahms: String Sextet No. 2 in G Major, Op. 36: IV. Poco allegro (Live at Salle Favart, 1987)Johannes Brahms, Alban Berg Quartett, Amadeus Ensemble
Schumann: Piano Quintet in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: I. Allegro brillante (Live at Carnegie Hall, 1985)Robert Schumann, Philippe Entremont, Alban Berg Quartett
Schumann: Piano Quintet in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: II. In modo d'una marcia. Un poco largamente (Live at Carnegie Hall, 1985)Robert Schumann, Philippe Entremont, Alban Berg Quartett
Schumann: Piano Quintet in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: III. Scherzo. Molto vivace - Trio (Live at Carnegie Hall, 1985)Robert Schumann, Philippe Entremont, Alban Berg Quartett
Schumann: Piano Quintet in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: IV. Finale. Allegro ma non troppo (Live at Carnegie Hall, 1985)Robert Schumann, Philippe Entremont, Alban Berg Quartett
Brahms: String Sextet No. 1 in B-Flat Major, Op. 18: I. Allegro ma non troppo (Live at Wiener Konzerthaus, 1990)Johannes Brahms, Alban Berg Quartett, Amadeus Ensemble
Brahms: String Sextet No. 1 in B-Flat Major, Op. 18: II. Andante ma moderato (Live at Wiener Konzerthaus, 1990)Johannes Brahms, Alban Berg Quartett, Amadeus Ensemble
Brahms: String Sextet No. 1 in B-Flat Major, Op. 18: III. Scherzo. Allegro molto (Live at Wiener Konzerthaus, 1990)Johannes Brahms, Alban Berg Quartett, Amadeus Ensemble
Brahms: String Sextet No. 1 in B-Flat Major, Op. 18: IV. Rondo. Poco allegretto e grazioso (Live at Wiener Konzerthaus, 1990)Johannes Brahms, Alban Berg Quartett, Amadeus Ensemble
Brahms: Clarinet Quintet in B Minor, Op. 115: I. AllegroJohannes Brahms, Sabine Meyer, Alban Berg Quartett
Brahms: Clarinet Quintet in B Minor, Op. 115: II. AdagioJohannes Brahms, Sabine Meyer, Alban Berg Quartett
Brahms: Clarinet Quintet in B Minor, Op. 115: III. AndantinoJohannes Brahms, Sabine Meyer, Alban Berg Quartett
Brahms: Clarinet Quintet in B Minor, Op. 115: IV. Con motoJohannes Brahms, Sabine Meyer, Alban Berg Quartett
Dvorák: String Quartet No. 14 in A-Flat Major, Op. 105, B. 193: I. Adagio ma non troppo - Allegro appassionato (Live at Wiener Konzerthaus, 1999)Antonín Dvořák, Alban Berg Quartett
Dvořák: String Quartet No. 14 in A-Flat Major, Op. 105, B. 193: II. Molto vivace (Live at Wiener Konzerthaus, 1999)Antonín Dvořák, Alban Berg Quartett
Dvořák: String Quartet No. 14 in A-Flat Major, Op. 105, B. 193: III. Lento e molto cantabile (Live at Wiener Konzerthaus, 1999)Antonín Dvořák, Alban Berg Quartett
Dvořák: String Quartet No. 14 in A-Flat Major, Op. 105, B. 193: IV. Allegro non tanto (Live at Wiener Konzerthaus, 1999)Antonín Dvořák, Alban Berg Quartett
Brahms: String Quintet No. 2 in G Major, Op. 111: I. Allegro non troppo, ma con brioJohannes Brahms, Alban Berg Quartett, Hariolf Schlichtig
Brahms: String Quintet No. 2 in G Major, Op. 111: II. AdagioJohannes Brahms, Alban Berg Quartett, Hariolf Schlichtig