Release Date: 01 March 2018
Label: Coro
Packaging Type: Jewel Case
No of Units: 1
Barcode: 828021616426
Genres: Classical
Composer/Series: Ludwig van Beethoven
Description
Opus 18 needs little introduction as Beethoven’s supremely confident first step in total mastery of the Classical String Quartet. From the opening bars of Quartet No. 1 which bristle with curiosity and possibility to the wit and humour of Quartet No. 2 and the supressed energy and teasing harmonic uncertainty of Quartet No. 3, Opus 18 represents Beethoven’s only quartet contribution during his ‘first period’ and provides the listener with a tantalising glimpse of the extraordinary music that was to follow. The Eybler Quartet came together in 2004 to explore the works of the first century-and-a-half ofthe string quartet and plays on instruments appropriate to the period of the music it performs. The Toronto-based ensemble’s live performances have consistently garnered praise as 'glowing and committed', 'spirited' and 'lively and energizing'. The Eybler Quartet harnesses a unique combination of talents and skills: razor-sharp ensemble skills, technical prowess,
Tracklisting
The Sixteen; Harry Christophers
The Sixteen/Dougan
The Sixteen/Christophers
The Sixteen:Christophers
The Sixteen:Christophers
The Sixteen:Christophers
The Sixteen/Britten Sinfonia
The Sixteen/Dougan
