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| Play | 1. Quartet No.1 For Two Violins,Viola And Violoncello, In E Flat Minor, 1815 Allegro Noc Spirito | 6:04 | £0.89 | ||
| Play | 2. Quartet No.1 For Two Violins,Viola And Violoncello, In E Flat Minor, 1815 Adagio | 7:05 | £0.89 | ||
| Play | 3. Quartet No.1 For Two Violins,Viola And Violoncello, In E Flat Minor, 1815 Minuet. Allegro | 4:40 | £0.89 | ||
| Play | 4. Quartet No.1 For Two Violins,Viola And Violoncello, In E Flat Minor, 1815 Finale. Andante Sostenuto. Allegro Vivace | 7:15 | £0.89 | ||
| Play | 5. Quartet No.3 For Two Violins, Viola And Violoncello, In G Major, 1825 Allegro | 6:57 | £0.89 | ||
| Play | 6. Quartet No.3 For Two Violins, Viola And Violoncello, In G Major, 1825 Minuet. Allegro | 4:52 | £0.89 | ||
| Play | 7. Quartet No.3 For Two Violins, Viola And Violoncello, In G Major, 1825 Adagio (Based On The Russian Song 'Nightingale') | 4:20 | £0.89 | ||
| Play | 8. Quartet No.3 For Two Violins, Viola And Violoncello, In G Major, 1825 Finale. Allegro | 8:19 | £0.89 |
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49 of 49 people found the following review helpful
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I play in an amateur string quartet and recently we've been working on Op. 59/1. BBC3's CD review picked the Takacs a couple of weeks ago as best for the Op. 95 'Serioso' Quartet, so I bought this 2-CD set with the Rasumovskys expecting it to be good, and it sure is! Each player is an individual and all are interesting (lovely viola playing, for example), but the ensemble and the extent to which the performances have been thought-through are just as impressive. Some of the work is really virtuosic (how does the first violin, Edward Dusinberre, manage the ornamental passage-work at the end of the first movement of Op. 74 at that hair-raising speed?) but quiet and lyrical moments are just as impressive and the slow movements of all four quartets are really lovely. No wonder this Quartet has won so many plaudits. At this ridiculously small price, these two CDs are a real bargain (there's a good multi-language booklet with them and useful notes by Misha Donat). If this is music you like, no need to hesitate! I see 'The Gramophone' Classical CD Guide rates it right at the top too.
23 of 23 people found the following review helpful
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This double CD contains Beethoven's terrific "middle period" quartets - the three Op.59 "Rasoumovsky" quartets and the Op.74. It was the first volume issued in what is now a complete cycle by the Takacs, and which is regarded by many as one of the major musical achievements of the last few years. I agree - this is a simply wonderful set.
The Takacs Quartet are technically outstanding. Tuning is faultless and the precision of their playing together is quite remarkable. In the finale of Op.59 No.3, for example, Beethoven's final sprint for the finishing line is played with thrilling vigour and at a tremendous pace, but intonation and rhythm are rock solid, which cannot be said of some other recordings by leading quartets. Here we have four marvellous musicians playing brilliantly and absolutely at home with each other.
This bedrock of technique allows their wonderful interpretation of the music to shine out. In Beethoven's sublime slow movements, for example, there is exactly the right balance of sweetness and intensity - never cloying but never impenetrable. This excellence of interpretation runs right through the whole set and if you're looking for a recording of the Rasoumovsky Quartets you couldn't do better, I reckon. Even if you have recordings you love, I'd suggest buying this set - you will find real insight and pleasure throughout. Now it's a budget price it's an absolute steal, and I cannot recommend it too highly.
The Takacs Quartet are technically outstanding. Tuning is faultless and the precision of their playing together is quite remarkable. In the finale of Op.59 No.3, for example, Beethoven's final sprint for the finishing line is played with thrilling vigour and at a tremendous pace, but intonation and rhythm are rock solid, which cannot be said of some other recordings by leading quartets. Here we have four marvellous musicians playing brilliantly and absolutely at home with each other.
This bedrock of technique allows their wonderful interpretation of the music to shine out. In Beethoven's sublime slow movements, for example, there is exactly the right balance of sweetness and intensity - never cloying but never impenetrable. This excellence of interpretation runs right through the whole set and if you're looking for a recording of the Rasoumovsky Quartets you couldn't do better, I reckon. Even if you have recordings you love, I'd suggest buying this set - you will find real insight and pleasure throughout. Now it's a budget price it's an absolute steal, and I cannot recommend it too highly.
18 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
For me, it is with the Razumovsky Quartets, together with his Fourth Piano Concerto, that the full maturity of Beethoven's so-called 'Middle Period' bears its ripest fruit. This double CD, which includes the Razumovsky set and 'The Harp', offers exceptional value. While not perfect, no-one who loves Beethoven's quartet writing should ignore this acclaimed collection by the Takáks.
The reason why these quartets are so sublime is not just because they are packed with melody and invention. Beethoven's trademark dynamism plays its full part. The Takáks are sensitive and expressive as well as technically accomplished. The range of sounds they extract from their instruments, at times harsh, at others eerily scratchy, at moments barely above a whisper, is well suited to the demands of this music.
Like the players, the recording is also highly sensitive - at times, perhaps excessively so. While we get to hear each note in meticulous detail, we also get the occasional sharp intake of breath. All in all, however, this is the set to beat. The Takàcs make listening to Beethoven's chamber music a real pleasure.
The reason why these quartets are so sublime is not just because they are packed with melody and invention. Beethoven's trademark dynamism plays its full part. The Takáks are sensitive and expressive as well as technically accomplished. The range of sounds they extract from their instruments, at times harsh, at others eerily scratchy, at moments barely above a whisper, is well suited to the demands of this music.
Like the players, the recording is also highly sensitive - at times, perhaps excessively so. While we get to hear each note in meticulous detail, we also get the occasional sharp intake of breath. All in all, however, this is the set to beat. The Takàcs make listening to Beethoven's chamber music a real pleasure.
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Just as good as I expected
I can't really add anything to the very positive reviews I read before buying these excellent discs. Another satisfied customer.
Published 22 months ago by Joseph Butterworth
Omaggi a Razumovsky
Temperamento e notevole padronanza tecnica caratterizzano questa esecuzione del quartetto ungherese Takacs, qui alle prese con alcuni tra i più affascinanti quartetti di... Read more
Published on 22 Mar 2010 by pablot68
A revelation and a bargain
I have recently bought this set from independent seller on Amazon and have to say the quartets, the recording and the playing are absolutely superb. Read more
Published on 27 Sep 2009 by R. Simmonds
Compelling and irrestible
This can be short. The Takacs Quartet are superb. The music, long a favourite of mine, rises even further in my esteem. Read more
Published on 3 July 2009 by Stephen Evans
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