Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of classical chamber music with Jascha Heifetz's remarkable 1967 album, featuring Johannes Brahms' Piano Quartet No. 3 in C Minor, Op. 60 and Antonín Dvořák's Piano Quintet No. 2 in A Major, Op. 81. Heifetz, a virtuoso violinist renowned for his technical brilliance and expressive depth, is joined by an ensemble of equally accomplished musicians to deliver a performance that is both technically flawless and emotionally resonant.
The album opens with Brahms' Piano Quartet No. 3, a work that showcases the composer's mastery of form and harmony. Heifetz's playing is marked by its clarity and precision, while the ensemble's collective artistry brings out the richness and complexity of Brahms' score. The second half of the album features Dvořák's Piano Quintet No. 2, a work that blends Czech folk melodies with classical structure. Heifetz and his colleagues bring a lively and engaging interpretation to this beloved piece, highlighting its lyrical beauty and rhythmic vitality.
Recorded in 1967 and remastered for modern listeners, this album captures Heifetz and his ensemble at the height of their powers. The sound quality is superb, allowing listeners to appreciate every nuance of the performance. Whether you're a seasoned classical music aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to delight and inspire.
(P) 1967, 1968 Sony Music Entertainment
Tracks
Piano Quartet No. 3 in C Minor, Op. 60: I. Allegro ma non troppoJohannes Brahms, Gregor Piatigorsky, Jascha Heifetz, Jacob Lateiner, Sanford Schonbach
Piano Quartet No. 3 in C Minor, Op. 60: II. Scherzo - AllegroJohannes Brahms, Gregor Piatigorsky, Jascha Heifetz, Jacob Lateiner, Sanford Schonbach
Piano Quartet No. 3 in C Minor, Op. 60: III. AndanteJohannes Brahms, Gregor Piatigorsky, Jascha Heifetz, Jacob Lateiner, Sanford Schonbach
Piano Quartet No. 3 in C Minor, Op. 60: IV. Finale - Allegro comodoJohannes Brahms, Gregor Piatigorsky, Jascha Heifetz, Jacob Lateiner, Sanford Schonbach
Piano Quintet No. 2 in A Major, Op. 81: I. Allegro ma non tantoAntonín Dvořák, Gregor Piatigorsky, Jascha Heifetz, Jacob Lateiner, Israel Baker, Joseph De Pasquale
Piano Quintet No. 2 in A Major, Op. 81: II. Dumka - Andante con motoAntonín Dvořák, Gregor Piatigorsky, Jascha Heifetz, Jacob Lateiner, Israel Baker, Joseph De Pasquale
Piano Quintet No. 2 in A Major, Op. 81: III. Scherzo - Molto vivaceAntonín Dvořák, Gregor Piatigorsky, Jascha Heifetz, Jacob Lateiner, Israel Baker, Joseph De Pasquale
Piano Quintet No. 2 in A Major, Op. 81: IV. Finale - AllegroAntonín Dvořák, Gregor Piatigorsky, Jascha Heifetz, Jacob Lateiner, Israel Baker, Joseph De Pasquale