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Album Details

Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of classical music with the Melos Ensemble's "Icon: Melos Ensemble" box set. This comprehensive collection, released on Warner Classics, is a testament to the ensemble's virtuosity and versatility, spanning a vast array of compositions from renowned composers such as Mozart, Schubert, Beethoven, Mendelssohn, and Schumann. The box set, released in 2011, is a treasure trove of 151 tracks, offering a total duration of 5 hours and 28 minutes of exquisite performances. From the delicate intricacies of Mozart's Clarinet Quintet in A Major to the lively energy of Beethoven's Septet in E-Flat Major, each piece is a masterclass in chamber music. The Melos Ensemble, known for their precise and expressive performances, brings a new depth to these classic works. Whether you're a seasoned classical aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, this box set is an essential addition to your music library.

Tracks

Mozart: Clarinet Quintet in A Major, K. 581 "Stadler": I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Gervase De Peyer, Melos Ensemble
6:57
Mozart: Clarinet Quintet in A Major, K. 581 "Stadler": II. LarghettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Gervase De Peyer, Melos Ensemble
6:48
Mozart: Clarinet Quintet in A Major, K. 581 "Stadler": III. MenuettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Gervase De Peyer, Melos Ensemble
5:28
Mozart: Clarinet Quintet in A Major, K. 581 "Stadler": IV. Allegretto con variazioniWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Gervase De Peyer, Melos Ensemble
8:27
Schubert: Piano Quintet in A Major, Op. Posth. 114, D. 667 "The Trout": I. Allegro vivaceFranz Schubert, Melos Ensemble
9:33
Schubert: Piano Quintet in A Major, Op. Posth. 114, D. 667 "The Trout": II. AndanteFranz Schubert, Melos Ensemble
7:09
Schubert: Piano Quintet in A Major, Op. Posth. 114, D. 667 "The Trout": III. Scherzo. PrestoFranz Schubert, Melos Ensemble
4:19
Schubert: Piano Quintet in A Major, Op. Posth. 114, D. 667 "The Trout": IV. Tema con variazione. AndantinoFranz Schubert, Melos Ensemble
8:01
Schubert: Piano Quintet in A Major, Op. Posth. 114, D. 667 "The Trout": V. Finale. Allegro giustoFranz Schubert, Melos Ensemble
6:54
Schubert: Adagio and Rondo Concertante, D. 487: AdagioFranz Schubert, Melos Ensemble
5:11
Schubert: Adagio and Rondo Concertante, D. 487: RondoFranz Schubert, Melos Ensemble
8:09
Mozart: Quintet for Piano & Winds in E-Flat Major, K. 452: I. Largo - Allegro moderatoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Melos Ensemble
10:08
Mozart: Quintet for Piano & Winds in E-Flat Major, K. 452: II. LarghettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Melos Ensemble
8:49
Mozart: Quintet for Piano and Winds in E-Flat Major, K. 452: III. Rondo. AllegrettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Melos Ensemble, Lamar Crawson
6:00
Beethoven: Quintet for Piano and Winds in E-Flat Major, Op. 16: I. Grave - Allegro ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Melos Ensemble
11:14
Beethoven: Quintet for Piano and Winds in E-Flat Major, Op. 16: II. Andante cantabileLudwig van Beethoven, Melos Ensemble
6:40
Beethoven: Quintet for Piano and Winds in E-Flat Major, Op. 16: III. Rondo. Allegro ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Melos Ensemble
5:48
Beethoven: Sextet in E-Flat Major, Op. 81b: I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Melos Ensemble
7:44
Beethoven: Sextet in E-Flat Major, Op. 81b: II. AdagioLudwig van Beethoven, Melos Ensemble
4:02
Beethoven: Sextet in E-Flat Major, Op. 81b: III. Rondo. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Melos Ensemble
5:37
Beethoven: March for Wind Sextet in B-Flat Major, WoO 29Ludwig van Beethoven, Melos Ensemble
1:20
Beethoven: Rondino for Wind Octet in E-Flat Major, WoO 25Ludwig van Beethoven, Melos Ensemble
6:47
Beethoven: Septet in E-Flat Major, Op. 20: I. Adagio - Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Melos Ensemble
9:52
Beethoven: Septet in E-Flat Major, Op. 20: II. Adagio cantabileLudwig van Beethoven, Melos Ensemble
8:56
Beethoven: Septet in E-Flat Major, Op. 20: III. Tempo di menuettoLudwig van Beethoven, Melos Ensemble
3:10
Beethoven: Septet in E-Flat Major, Op. 20: IV. Tema con variazioni. AndanteLudwig van Beethoven, Melos Ensemble
7:12
Beethoven: Septet in E-Flat Major, Op. 20: V. Scherzo. Allegro molto e vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Melos Ensemble
3:02
Beethoven: Septet in E-Flat Major, Op. 20: VI. Andante con moto alla marcia - PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Melos Ensemble
7:20
Mendelssohn: String Octet in E-Flat Major, Op. 20, MWV R20: I. Allegro moderato ma con fuocoFelix Mendelssohn, Melos Ensemble
14:47
Mendelssohn: String Octet in E-Flat Major, Op. 20, MWV R20: II. AndanteFelix Mendelssohn, Melos Ensemble
7:24
Mendelssohn: String Octet in E-Flat Major, Op. 20, MWV R20: III. Scherzo. Allegro leggierissimoFelix Mendelssohn, Melos Ensemble
4:32
Mendelssohn: String Octet in E-Flat Major, Op. 20, MWV R20: IV. PrestoFelix Mendelssohn, Melos Ensemble
6:14
Beethoven: Wind Octet in E-Flat Major, Op. 103: I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Melos Ensemble
7:32
Beethoven: Wind Octet in E-Flat Major, Op. 103: II. AndanteLudwig van Beethoven, Melos Ensemble
7:23
Beethoven: Wind Octet in E-Flat Major, Op. 103: III. Menuetto. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Melos Ensemble
3:25
Beethoven: Wind Octet in E-Flat Major, Op. 103: IV. Finale. PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Melos Ensemble
3:54
Octet in F, D.803 (1997 Digital Remaster): I. Adagio - AllegroFranz Schubert, Melos Ensemble
12:16
Schubert: Octet in F Major, Op. 166, D. 803: II. AdagioFranz Schubert, Melos Ensemble
10:26
Schubert: Octet in F Major, Op. 166, D. 803: III. Scherzo (Allegro vivace)Franz Schubert, Melos Ensemble
4:56
Schubert: Octet in F Major, Op. 166, D. 803: IV. AndanteFranz Schubert, Melos Ensemble
12:05
Schubert: Octet in F Major, Op. 166, D. 803: V. Menuetto (Allegretto) - TrioFranz Schubert, Melos Ensemble
7:08
Octet in F, D.803 (1997 Digital Remaster): VI. Andante molto - AllegroFranz Schubert, Melos Ensemble
9:28
Beethoven: 3 Duets for Clarinet and Bassoon, WoO 27, No. 1 in C Major: I. Allegro commodoLudwig van Beethoven, Melos Ensemble
3:51
Beethoven: 3 Duets for Clarinet and Bassoon, WoO 27, No. 1 in C Major: II. Larghetto sostenutoLudwig van Beethoven, Melos Ensemble
2:09
Beethoven: 3 Duets for Clarinet and Bassoon, WoO 27, No. 1 in C Major: III. Rondo. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Melos Ensemble
3:31
Fantasiestück, Op.73 (1998 Digital Remaster): I. Zart und mit AusdruckRobert Schumann, Melos Ensemble
3:47
Fantasiestück, Op.73 (1998 Digital Remaster): II. Lebhaft, leichtRobert Schumann, Melos Ensemble
3:11
Fantasiestück, Op.73 (1998 Digital Remaster): III. Rasch und mit FeuerRobert Schumann, Melos Ensemble
3:53
Schumann: Märchenerzählungen, Op. 132: I. Lebhaft, nicht zu schnellRobert Schumann, Melos Ensemble
2:55
Schumann: Märchenerzählungen, Op. 132: II. Lebhaft und sehr markiertRobert Schumann, Melos Ensemble
3:02

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About Melos Ensemble

The Melos Ensemble, founded in 1950 in London, is a pioneering chamber music group renowned for its diverse instrumentation and rich musical legacy. Established by a quartet of exceptional musicians—violist Cecil Aronowitz, clarinetist Gervase de Peyer, flutist Richard Adeney, and cellist Terence Weil—the ensemble has captivated audiences with its intricate performances of classical, choral, and requiem genres. Their repertoire spans from well-known masterpieces to hidden gems, offering a journey through the depths of chamber music. With a discography that includes collaborations with legendary vocalists like Peter Pears, Heather Harper, and Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, the Melos Ensemble continues to be a beacon of musical excellence and innovation.

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