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Schumann: Piano Quintet Op.44; Dvorak: Piano Quintet No.2 Op.81
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Track Listings
1 | I Allegro Brillante (Piano Quintet in E Flat Op. 44)(Schumann) |
2 | II in Modo D'una Marcia. Un Poco Largamente |
3 | III. Scherzo: Molto Vivace |
4 | IV Allegro Ma Non Troppo |
5 | I Allegro, Ma Non Tanto (Piano Quintet No. 2 in a Op. 81)(Dvorak) |
6 | II Dumka: Andante Con Moto |
7 | III Scherzo (Furiant): Molto Vivace |
8 | IV Finale: Allegro |
Editorial Reviews
Schumann's Piano Quintet was one of the earliest examples of the combination of piano with a string quartet. It instantly became one of Schumann's most popular works. It was composed at a time of almost feverish industry - along with the quintet, he composed his three String Quartets Op. 41, the Piano Quartet and a set of Fantasy Pieces for piano trio, all in 1842. Dvorak's Op. 81 Piano Quintet stems from his attempt to revise an earlier work in a major from 1872. Dissatisfied with the earlier version, he set upon composing a new one - the result composed in September 1887 is one of his most beloved works. Jonathan Biss is one of the most exciting pianists of the younger generation, widely regarded for his artistry and deeply felt interpretations. Formed in 1998 at the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester, the Elias String Quartet have quickly established themselves as one of the most intense and vibrant quartets of their generation.
Product details
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Language : English
- Product Dimensions : 4.97 x 5.55 x 0.38 inches; 3.52 ounces
- Manufacturer : Onyx Classics
- Original Release Date : 2012
- SPARS Code : DDD
- Date First Available : September 1, 2012
- Label : Onyx Classics
- ASIN : B008V4H5R8
- Number of discs : 1
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- Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2019Audiophile quality recording of a sensitive performance.
- Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2012Until now, I had never heard of the Elias String Quartet but they have my attention now. These are delightfully bright and precise interpretations of Schumann and Dvorak recorded in sparkling high quality.
I stumbled upon this recording at the same time of reading Jonathan Biss' Beethoven's Shadow (Kindle Single). I really enjoy his playing and consider this a top shelf performance. I hope to hear more from the Elias String Quartet in the future.
- Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2013Both this recording and the above referenced one are wonderful recordings. The Argerich recording has more fun (and fire) in it while the Bliss recording may suit those who prefer a "smoother" interpretation. I prefer the Argerich by a short head.
- Reviewed in the United States on January 9, 2013Jonathan Biss plays Schumann so naturally that he can sound like a throwback to an earlier age. His tender, rather inward playing dominates this new Schumann Piano Quintet. The piece is dominated by the piano - frequently the string part doubles the keyboard or supports it harmonically, and Biss has no trouble carrying the interpretation. I wish the elias quartet were stronger. They play cleanly and are recorded almost clinically, revealing some disagreeable tone, such as the viola's in the slow movement. In this movement their detached phrasing chops up the flow of the lovely theme - this sort of clear-eyed playing seems to be critically popular right now, but Biss's tender, soulful style doesn't really match it very well. Overall, the Schumann performance could be grander and more passionate, but on its own terms it's impressive.
His rounded mellowness is just as evident in the Dvorak Piano Quintet, and is much appreciated. This score is built on a larger framework than the Schumann - it comes closer to Brahms's almost symphonic Quintet in F minor - so one expects a strong union of piano and strings, with intense dramatic contrasts and stamping rhythms where called for. Here, the spirit is willing, but on my audio system the Elias sound scratchy; there's almost no swelling passion. Richter and the Borodin Qt. come to mind as exemplars of the kind of grand heartfelt approach that seems ideal.
The Dvorak reaches a high point in the haunting second movement Dumka, where Biss's playing is irresistible in every regard but especially in his phrasing or the captivating melody. My attention was held every bar. The Elias are sweeter and more blended here, too. Each line is brought out with utter clarity in the x-ray sound. The Scherzo is taken in a quick, light fashion so that it scampers rather than rollicks, an enjoyable change and one that allows Biss's pianism to sparkle. The tricky finale is handled just as lightly, but as before my enjoyment came primarily from Biss. He was marked out for special praise as a young pianist with an old musical soul, and this recording puts him in a lineage I much admire.
It would be unfair to downgrade this CD on the basis of my audio setup, but prospective buyers might want to test the sound first.
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Alain LompechReviewed in France on December 31, 2022
5.0 out of 5 stars Interprétations remarquables
Jonathan Biss est un pianiste majeur de nôtre époque : ces deux quintettes admirablement joués et enregistrés avec un excellentissime quatuor à cordes sont à thésauriser avec son intégrale des sonates de Beethoven chez Onyx !
- Amazon CustomerReviewed in Canada on October 23, 2016
5.0 out of 5 stars Dawgs
Sorry. I thought you were asking me about Dawgs. The cd is fine.
- Arensky13Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 29, 2012
3.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing
I bought Dvorak: Piano Quintet Op.87; Schumann: Piano Quintet Op.44 by the Elias Quartet and Jonathan Biss following a 5 star review in the Telegraph. However from the beginning it just didn't sound right - I couldn't pin down why, but think the recording underemphasises the cello - either the microphone positioning/balance or just a rather cold acoustic.
Especially in the Dvorak the warm romantic cello sound should be a big part of the enjoyment, and it just wasn't there.
Earlier this week I listened to the Belcea Quartet + pianist playing the Schumann quartet on Radio 3, and enjoyed it much more.