Dive into the profound and intricate world of Dmitri Shostakovich's chamber music with "Shostakovich: The Complete String Quartets," a monumental collection released on April 5, 2024, by Accentus Music. This comprehensive album spans over four hours and forty-three minutes, featuring all fifteen of Shostakovich's numbered string quartets, performed live with unparalleled depth and precision.
This album is a testament to Shostakovich's genius, offering a chronological journey through his compositional evolution from 1938 to 1974. Each quartet is a masterclass in musical storytelling, reflecting the composer's personal struggles, historical context, and unyielding artistic vision. From the introspective and melancholic to the fiery and defiant, these quartets showcase the full spectrum of human experience.
The performances are meticulously crafted, capturing the essence of Shostakovich's unique voice. The album begins with the serene and contemplative String Quartet No. 1 in C Major, Op. 49, and culminates with the profound and introspective String Quartet No. 15 in E-Flat Minor, Op. 144. In between, listeners will encounter a rich tapestry of musical themes, from the hauntingly beautiful to the intensely dramatic.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a curious newcomer, "Shostakovich: The Complete String Quartets" offers an unparalleled opportunity to explore the depth and breadth of Shostakovich's artistic legacy. This album is not just a collection of performances; it is a living document of one of the 20th century's most influential composers, captured in all its raw and unfiltered glory.
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Tracks
String Quartet No. 1 in C Major, Op. 49: I. Moderato - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 1 in C Major, Op. 49: II. Moderato - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 1 in C Major, Op. 49: III. Allegro molto - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 1 in C Major, Op. 49: IV. Allegro - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 2 in A Major, Op. 68: I. Overture. Moderato con moto - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 2 in A Major, Op. 68: II. Recitative & Romance. Adagio - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 2 in A Major, Op. 68: III. Valse. Allegro - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 2 in A Major, Op. 68: IV. Theme with Variations. Adagio - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 3 in F Major, Op. 73: I. Allegretto - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 3 in F Major, Op. 73: II. Moderato con moto - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 3 in F Major, Op. 73: III. Allegro non troppo - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 3 in F Major, Op. 73: IV. Adagio - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 3 in F Major, Op. 73: V. ModeratoV. Moderato - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 4 in D Major, Op. 83: I. Allegretto - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 4 in D Major, Op. 83: II. Andantino - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 4 in D Major, Op. 83: III. Allegretto - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 4 in D Major, Op. 83: IV. Allegretto - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 5 in B-Flat Major, Op. 92: I. Allegro non troppo - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 5 in B-Flat Major, Op. 92: II. Andante - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 5 in B-Flat Major, Op. 92: III. Moderato - Allegretto - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 6 in G Major, Op. 101: I. Allegretto - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 6 in G Major, Op. 101: II. Moderato con moto - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 6 in G Major, Op. 101: III. Lento - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 6 in G Major, Op. 101: IV. Lento - Allegretto - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 7 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 108: I. Allegretto - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 7 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 108: II. LentoII. Lento - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 7 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 108: III. Allegro - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 8 in C Minor, Op. 110: I. Largo - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 8 in C Minor, Op. 110: II. Allegro molto - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 8 in C Minor, Op. 110: III. Allegretto - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 8 in C Minor, Op. 110: IV. Largo - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 8 in C Minor, Op. 110: V. Largo - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 9 in E-Flat Major, Op. 117: I. Moderato con moto - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 9 in E-Flat Major, Op. 117: II. Adagio - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 9 in E-Flat Major, Op. 117: III. Allegretto - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 9 in E-Flat Major, Op. 117: IV. Adagio - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 9 in E-Flat Major, Op. 117: V. Allegro - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 10 in A-Flat Major, Op. 118: I. Andante - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 10 in A-Flat Major, Op. 118: II. Allegretto furioso - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 10 in A-Flat Major, Op. 118: III. Adagio - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 10 in A-Flat Major, Op. 118: IV. Allegretto - Andante - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 11 in F Minor, Op. 122: I. Introduction. Andantino - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 11 in F Minor, Op. 122: II. Scherzo. Allegretto - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 11 in F Minor, Op. 122: III. Recitative. Adagio - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 11 in F Minor, Op. 122: IV. Etude. Allegro - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 11 in F Minor, Op. 122: V. Humoresque. Allegro - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 11 in F Minor, Op. 122: VI. Elegy. Adagio - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 11 in F Minor, Op. 122: VII. Finale. Moderato - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 12 in D-Flat Major, Op. 133: I. Moderato - Allegretto - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
String Quartet No. 12 in D-Flat Major, Op. 133: II. Allegretto - Adagio - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, Quatuor Danel
Dmitri Shostakovich, born in St. Petersburg in 1906, was a towering figure in 20th-century classical music, renowned for his profound and emotionally charged compositions. His musical journey began at the prestigious St. Petersburg Conservatory, where he honed his skills as a composer and pianist in the wake of the Russian Revolutions. Shostakovich's international breakthrough came with the premiere of his First Symphony in 1926, establishing him as a major composer.
His music is celebrated for its rapid shifts in emotional intensity and its semantic depth, often laced with irony and subtle political commentary. Navigating the complex political landscape of the Soviet era, Shostakovich's works are a testament to his resilience and adaptability. Despite the pressures of his time, he created some of the most vital and original music of the 20th century, leaving an indelible mark on the world of classical and chamber music. His legacy endures, inspiring generations with his profound and evocative compositions.
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