Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's chamber music with "The Juilliard Quartet plays Mozart - The Complete 'Haydn' Quartets and String Quintets." This comprehensive collection, released on January 1, 1974, under Sony Classical, is a testament to Mozart's unparalleled mastery of classical composition. Spanning an impressive six hours and eight minutes, the album features a rich tapestry of genres, including classical, requiem, opera, classical piano, and chamber music.
The Juilliard Quartet brings to life Mozart's intricate and emotive works, showcasing his genius through a series of string quartets and quintets. The album includes iconic pieces such as the "Hunt" Quartet (K. 458) and the "Dissonance" Quartet (K. 465), as well as the exquisite string quintets in B-flat Major (K. 174), C minor (K. 406), E-flat Major (K. 614), C Major (K. 515), G minor (K. 516), and D Major (K. 593). Each composition is a masterclass in musical expression, highlighting Mozart's ability to blend technical brilliance with profound emotional depth.
This collection is not just a compilation of Mozart's works but a journey through the evolution of his musical thought. The Juilliard Quartet's meticulous performance captures the essence of each piece, offering listeners a chance to appreciate the subtleties and complexities of Mozart's compositions. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album provides a rich and rewarding listening experience.
(P) 1974, 1985 Sony Music Entertainment/(P) 1979 Sony Music Entertainment/(P) 1985 Sony Music Entertainment
Tracks
Quartet No. 14 in G Major for Strings, K. 387: I. Allegro vivace assaiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet
Quartet No. 14 in G Major for Strings, K. 387: II. Menuetto. Allegretto - TrioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet
Quartet No. 14 in G Major for Strings, K. 387: III. Andante cantabileWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet
Quartet No. 14 in G Major for Strings, K. 387: IV. Molto allegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet
Quartet No. 15 in D minor for Strings, K. 421: I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet
Quartet No. 15 in D minor for Strings, K. 421: II. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet
Quartet No. 15 in D minor for Strings, K. 421: III. Menuetto. Allegretto - TrioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet
Quartet No. 15 in D minor for Strings, K. 421: IV. Allegretto ma non troppoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet
Quartet No. 16 in E-flat Major for Strings, K. 428: I. Allegro ma non troppo - InstrumentalWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet
Quartet No. 16 in E-flat Major for Strings, K. 428: II. Andante con moto - InstrumentalWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet
Quartet No. 16 in E-flat Major for Strings, K. 428: III. Menuetto. Allegretto - Trio - InstrumentalWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet
Quartet No. 16 in E-flat Major for Strings, K. 428: IV. Allegro vivace - InstrumentalWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet
Quartet No. 17 in B-flat Major for Strings, K. 458 "Hunt": I. Allegro vivace assaiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet
Quartet No. 17 in B-flat Major for Strings, K. 458 "Hunt": II. Menuetto moderato - TrioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet
Quartet No. 17 in B-flat Major for Strings, K. 458 "Hunt": III. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet
Quartet No. 17 in B-flat Major for Strings, K. 458 "Hunt": IV. Allegro assaiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet
Quartet No. 18 in A Major for Strings, K. 464: I. Allegro - InstrumentalWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet
Quartet No. 18 in A Major for Strings, K. 464: II. Menuetto - Trio - InstrumentalWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet
Quartet No. 18 in A Major for Strings, K. 464: III. Andante - InstrumentalWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet
Quartet No. 18 in A Major for Strings, K. 464: IV. Allegro - InstrumentalWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet
Quartet No. 19 in C Major for Strings, K. 465 "Dissonance": I. Adagio - AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet
Quartet No. 19 in C Major for Strings, K. 465 "Dissonance": II. Andante cantabileWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet
Quartet No. 19 in C Major for Strings, K. 465 "Dissonance": III. Menuetto. Allegro - TrioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet
Quartet No. 19 in C Major for Strings, K. 465 "Dissonance": IV. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet
Andante & Minuet from String Quartet in B-flat Major, Op. 103Joseph Haydn, Juilliard String Quartet
Quintet in B-Flat Major for Two Violins, Two Violas and Cello, K.174: I. Allegro moderatoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet, John Graham
Quintet in B-Flat Major for Two Violins, Two Violas and Cello, K.174: II. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet, John Graham
Quintet in B-Flat Major for Two Violins, Two Violas and Cello, K.174: III. Menuetto ma Allegretto - TrioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet, John Graham
Quintet in B-Flat Major for Two Violins, Two Violas and Cello, K.174: IV. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet, John Graham
Quintet in C minor for Two Violins, Two Violas and Cello, K. 406: I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet, John Graham
Quintet in C minor for Two Violins, Two Violas and Cello, K. 406: II. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet, John Graham
Quintet in C minor for Two Violins, Two Violas and Cello, K. 406: III. Menuetto in canone - Trio in canone al roverscioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet, John Graham
Quintet in C minor for Two Violins, Two Violas and Cello, K. 406: IV. (Allegro)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet, John Graham
Quintet in E-Flat Major for Strings, K. 614: I. Allegro di moltoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet, John Graham
Quintet in E-Flat Major for Strings, K. 614: II. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet, John Graham
Quintet in E-Flat Major for Strings, K. 614: III. Menuetto. Allegretto - TrioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet, John Graham
Quintet in E-Flat Major for Strings, K. 614: IV. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet, John Graham
Quintet in C Major for Two Violins, Two Violas and Cello, K. 515: I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet
Quintet in C Major for Two Violins, Two Violas and Cello, K. 515: II. Menuetto. Allegretto - TrioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet, John Graham
Quintet in C Major for Two Violins, Two Violas and Cello, K. 515: III. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet, John Graham
Quintet in C Major for Two Violins, Two Violas and Cello, K. 515: IV. (Allegro)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet, John Graham
Quintet in G minor for Two Violins, Two Violas and Cello, K. 516: I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet, John Graham
Quintet in G minor for Two Violins, Two Violas and Cello, K. 516: II. Menuetto. Allegro - TrioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet, John Graham
Quintet in G minor for Two Violins, Two Violas and Cello, K. 516: III. Adagio ma non troppoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet, John Graham
Quintet in G minor for Two Violins, Two Violas and Cello, K. 516: IV. Adagio - AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet, John Graham
Quintet in D Major for Two Violins, Two Violas and Cello, K. 593: I. Larghetto - AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet, John Graham
Quintet in D Major for Two Violins, Two Violas and Cello, K. 593: II. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet, John Graham
Quintet in D Major for Two Violins, Two Violas and Cello, K. 593: III. Menuetto. Allegretto - TrioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet, John Graham
Quintet in D Major for Two Violins, Two Violas and Cello, K. 593: IV. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Juilliard String Quartet, John Graham
Quintet in A Major for Clarinet and Strings, K. 581: I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Harold Wright, Juilliard String Quartet