Debussy, Ravel - String Quartets - Emerson String Quartet (1986)
Debussy, Ravel - String Quartets - Emerson String Quartet (1986)
EAC+LOG+CUE | Flac (image) | 1 CD | Size: 263 MB | scans 600dpi | FP, RS, OR
Genre: Classical | Label: DG Masters | Release Date: 09/19/1995 | TT 53:03 min. | Catalog #: 445509
EAC+LOG+CUE | Flac (image) | 1 CD | Size: 263 MB | scans 600dpi | FP, RS, OR
Genre: Classical | Label: DG Masters | Release Date: 09/19/1995 | TT 53:03 min. | Catalog #: 445509
For me, these readings by the Emerson Quartet constitute one of the finest available couplings of these two staples of the string quartet repertoire. Listening to other highly touted versions by the Julliard, Guarneri, Tokyo, Cleveland and Kodaly Quartets, I feel the Guarneri (on the Surroundedby Entertainment 1004 label) seems to enjoy the richest recorded sound. It also offers a nicely characterized interpretation. The Cleveland is not among the best recorded. At times the strings sound relatively thin; moreover, I consider their view of these two very personal works to be a little superficial in comparison with the others. The Kodaly on Naxos gives a good presentation but I sense it is really outclassed here. Both the Julliard and Tokyo Quartets provide finely crafted versions, however I'm not particularly enamored with the manner in which they render certain phrases. Obviously, since we're dealing strongly with matters of taste, others might respond differently. All considered, the Emerson Quartet's conceptions not only display a superb level of technical execution but also paint a marvelous canvas of vivid tonal colors and impressive dynamic contrasts. There just seems to be a sense of freedom and spontaneity here the other groups do not match. The overall effect is cathartic. For another outstanding combo of these two pieces, try the Keller Quartet on the Apex label. I would not be surprised if you considered its performances to be even more musically appealing than the Emerson's.Track Listings:
1. String Quartet In G Minor Op.10: I. Animé et tres decidé
2. String Quartet In G Minor Op.10: II. Assez vif et bien rythmé
3. String Quartet In G Minor Op.10: III. Andantino, doucement expressif
4. String Quartet In G Minor Op.10: IV. Tres moderé - Tres mouvementé et avec passion
5. String Quartet In F Major: I. Allegro moderato
6. String Quartet In F Major: II. Assez vif - Tres rythmé
7. String Quartet In F Major: III. Tres lent
8. String Quartet In F Major: IV. Vif et agité
Debussy, Ravel - String Quartets - Emerson String Quartet (1986)
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Composer: Claude Debussy, Maurice Ravel
Performer: Eugene Drucker, Philip Setzer, Lawrence Dutton, David Finckel
Orchestra/Ensemble: Emerson String Quartet
Date of Recording: 04/1984
Venue: American Academy of Arts & Letters, NYC
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