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Dvorak: Piano Quintet Op.87; Schumann: Piano Quintet Op.44

Jonathan Biss , Elias String Quartet , Antonin Dvorak , Robert Schumann Audio CD
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Dvorak: Piano Quintet Op.87; Schumann: Piano Quintet Op.44 + Haydn: String Quartet in E flat Op.64, No.6, Schumann: String Quartet in A minor Op.41, No.1
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  • Composer: Antonin Dvorak, Robert Schumann
  • Audio CD (24 Sep 2012)
  • SPARS Code: DDD
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Onyx
  • ASIN: B008V4H5R8
  • Other Editions: MP3 Download
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 86,051 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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Listen  1. Piano Quintet in E-flat, Op. 44: I. Allegro brillante 8:58£0.89  Buy MP3 
Listen  2. Piano Quintet in E-flat, Op. 44: II. In modo d'una marcia. Un poco largamente 8:57£0.89  Buy MP3 
Listen  3. Piano Quintet in E-flat, Op. 44: III. Scherzo. Molto vivace 4:44£0.89  Buy MP3 
Listen  4. Piano Quintet in E-flat, Op. 44: IV. Allegro ma non troppo 7:48£0.89  Buy MP3 
Listen  5. Piano Quintet No. 2 in A, Op. 81: I. Allegro, ma non tanto13:48£0.89  Buy MP3 
Listen  6. Piano Quintet No. 2 in A, Op. 81: II. Dumka. Andante con moto14:12£0.89  Buy MP3 
Listen  7. Piano Quintet No. 2 in A, Op. 81: III. Scherzo (Furiant). Molto vivace 4:16£0.89  Buy MP3 
Listen  8. Piano Quintet No. 2 in A, Op. 81: IV. Finale. Allegro 8:06£0.89  Buy MP3 


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Schumann s Piano Quintet, composed in the autumn of 1842, was one of the earliest examples of the combination of piano with a string quartet Boccherini, Dussek and Hummel had each produced one, and Schubert used the double bass in his Trout Quintet. It instantly became one of Schumann s most popular works. It was composed at a time of almost feverish industry he composed his three string quartets Op.41, the Piano Quartet and a set of Fantasy Pieces for piano trio, all in 1842. The piano quintet is a captivating, almost spontaneous work, and is a brilliant example of Schumann s inspiration from start to finish. Dvorák s Op.81 Piano Quintet stems from his attempt to revise an earlier piano quintet in A major from 1872. Dissatisfied with this work, he set upon composing a new one:the result composed in September 1887 is one of his most lovable works. A relentlessly sunny work, sometimes sentimental, always masterful.

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3.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing 29 Nov 2012
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I bought Dvorak: Piano Quintet Op.87; Schumann: Piano Quintet Op.44 by the Elias Quartet and Jonathan Biss following a 5 star review in the Telegraph. However from the beginning it just didn't sound right - I couldn't pin down why, but think the recording underemphasises the cello - either the microphone positioning/balance or just a rather cold acoustic.
Especially in the Dvorak the warm romantic cello sound should be a big part of the enjoyment, and it just wasn't there.
Earlier this week I listened to the Belcea Quartet + pianist playing the Schumann quartet on Radio 3, and enjoyed it much more.
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5.0 out of 5 stars a fine achievement 17 Oct 2012
By Stephen TOP 1000 REVIEWER
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This fine recording of two most appealing works can be highly recommended. The pianist does not dominate; indeed his rapport with the quartet is one of the most attractive features of this disc. The recording was made at Wyastone Leys where the old Nimbus recordings were made, and is clear and unobtrusive. Altogether a fine achievement by all concerned, and an excellent addition to the catalogue.
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4.0 out of 5 stars **** 1/2 Compelling pianism from Biss dominates both performances 9 Jan 2013
By Santa Fe Listener - Published on Amazon.com
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Jonathan Biss plays Schumann so naturally that he can sound like a throwback to an earlier age. His tender, rather inward playing dominates this new Schumann Piano Quintet. The piece is dominated by the piano - frequently the string part doubles the keyboard or supports it harmonically, and Biss has no trouble carrying the interpretation. I wish the elias quartet were stronger. They play cleanly and are recorded almost clinically, revealing some disagreeable tone, such as the viola's in the slow movement. In this movement their detached phrasing chops up the flow of the lovely theme - this sort of clear-eyed playing seems to be critically popular right now, but Biss's tender, soulful style doesn't really match it very well. Overall, the Schumann performance could be grander and more passionate, but on its own terms it's impressive.

His rounded mellowness is just as evident in the Dvorak Piano Quintet, and is much appreciated. This score is built on a larger framework than the Schumann - it comes closer to Brahms's almost symphonic Quintet in F minor - so one expects a strong union of piano and strings, with intense dramatic contrasts and stamping rhythms where called for. Here, the spirit is willing, but on my audio system the Elias sound scratchy; there's almost no swelling passion. Richter and the Borodin Qt. come to mind as exemplars of the kind of grand heartfelt approach that seems ideal.

The Dvorak reaches a high point in the haunting second movement Dumka, where Biss's playing is irresistible in every regard but especially in his phrasing or the captivating melody. My attention was held every bar. The Elias are sweeter and more blended here, too. Each line is brought out with utter clarity in the x-ray sound. The Scherzo is taken in a quick, light fashion so that it scampers rather than rollicks, an enjoyable change and one that allows Biss's pianism to sparkle. The tricky finale is handled just as lightly, but as before my enjoyment came primarily from Biss. He was marked out for special praise as a young pianist with an old musical soul, and this recording puts him in a lineage I much admire.

It would be unfair to downgrade this CD on the basis of my audio setup, but prospective buyers might want to test the sound first.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful Clarity 18 Dec 2012
By Nathan C. Moore - Published on Amazon.com
Format:Audio CD
Until now, I had never heard of the Elias String Quartet but they have my attention now. These are delightfully bright and precise interpretations of Schumann and Dvorak recorded in sparkling high quality.

I stumbled upon this recording at the same time of reading Jonathan Biss' Beethoven's Shadow (Kindle Single). I really enjoy his playing and consider this a top shelf performance. I hope to hear more from the Elias String Quartet in the future.
5.0 out of 5 stars CD gets a Lot of Play 21 Feb 2013
By Mary Ann Orr - Published on Amazon.com
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An elegant,light performance of two lovely quintets. Moving.
Strings shadow the piano with a pleasing touch. (And four more words.)
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