Alban Berg Quartett - 20th Century Masterpieces

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Review by Lucas Barcelos

The Alban Berg Quartett's album 20th Century Masterpieces is a stunning tribute to the most influential composers of the last century. The quartet delivers passionate and nuanced performances of works by Bartok, Shostakovich, and Beethoven, among others.

The album's standout track is undoubtedly the quartet's interpretation of Alban Berg's "Lyric Suite." The quartet captures the piece's intense emotions, from its tender moments to its explosive climaxes. The quartet's tight ensemble work and impeccable intonation make for a truly unforgettable listening experience.

The quartet also shines in their performances of Beethoven's "String Quartet No. 13 in B-flat Major" and Shostakovich's "String Quartet No. 8 in C Minor." The quartet's interpretation of Beethoven's quartet is sensitive and dynamic, while their performance of Shostakovich's quartet is haunting and deeply moving.

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
III. Moderato7:32
I. Langsam9:45
VI. "Valse Triste"4:23
IV. Violente2:36
II. Adagio Molto5:09
III. Con Moto - Vivo - Andante3:46
No. 33:26
I. Bittersüß, "Wienerisch"3:32
Asleep5:53
III. Mesto - Burletto (Moderato)7:12
IV. Con Moto5:09
V. Kanon II2:59
II. Con Moto4:27
No. 21:57
III. Kanon I3:54
Concertino 6:05
I.8:40
I. Adagio Con Moto4:00
II. Ziemlich Rasch1:22
No. 10:59
Fear4:01
I. Lento -8:35
II. Mesto - Marcia7:36
IV. Vivace -3:49
V. Lento9:52
IV. Mesto6:32
I. Mesto - Vivace7:33
II.14:36
Anxiety5:05
II. Mäßige Viertel10:09
Awake5:55
Kaiser Walzer Op. 43710:41
Notturno (Quartetto III) (1986-93)22:50
II. Allegro -8:00
III. Lento6:21
I. Allegro5:27

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Catalog Numbers

50999 5 13974 2 5

Labels

EMI Classics

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Formats

  • 3 × CD
  • Compilation

Credits

RoleCredit
Art DirectionGeorgina Curtis
BandoneonPer Arne Glorvigen (tracks: 2-5 to 2-8)
CelloValentin Erben
Compilation ProducerRichard J. Bradburn
Composed ByAlban Berg (tracks: 1-2, 1-3), Alfred Schnittke (tracks: 3-4 to 3-8), Astor Piazzolla (tracks: 2-5 to 2-8), Béla Bartók (tracks: 1-8 to 1-11), Gottfried Von Einem (tracks: 3-1 to 3-3), Igor Stravinsky (tracks: 2-1 to 2-4), Leoš Janáček (tracks: 1-4 to 1-7), Roman Haubenstock-Ramati (tracks: 2-11 to 2-16), Witold Lutoslawski (tracks: 2-9, 2-10)
EngineerHilmar Kerp (tracks: 1-1 to 1-7, 2-5 to 2-16, 3-4 to 3-8), Johann Nikolaus Matthes (tracks: 1-1 to 2-8, 2-11 to 3-8)
EnsembleAlban Berg Quartett
Liner NotesPhilip Clark
PhotographySheila Rock
ProducerGerd Berg (tracks: 2-1 to 2-4, 3-1 to 3-3), Johann Nikolaus Matthes (tracks: 1-1 to 1-11, 2-5 to 2-16, 3-4 to 3-8)
ViolaThomas Kakuska
ViolinGerhard Schulz , Günther Pichler

Notes

1-1 recorded 11 to 20 of June 1992 at Mozartsaal, Vienna; 1-2, 1-3 recorded December 1992 at Evangelische Kirche, Seon, Switzerland, 1-4 to 1-7 recorded live at Mozartsaal Oct 31 and Nov 1, 1993, 1-8 to 1-11 recorded Dec 17 to 21, 1985 at Evangelische Kirche, Seon; 2-1 to 2-4 recorded June 21 and 22, 1983 at Evangelische Kirche, Seon, 2-5 to 2-8 recorded live at Mozartsaal in May 2003; 2-9, 2-10 recorded at Evangelische Kirche, Honrath on June 21 to 23, 1995; 2-11 to 2-16 recorded live at Konzerthaus, Vienna on January 30, 1990; 3-1 to 3-3 recorded at Evangelische Kirche, Seon, June 21 and 22, 1983; 3-4 to 3-8 recorded live at Mozartsaal, Konzerthaus, Vienna, Decemeber 11, 1990; 3-9 recorded live at Queen Elizabeth Hall, South Bank Centre, London, May 12, 1994

About Alban Berg Quartett

Austrian string quartet, founded in 1970 and disbanded in 2008.

Name Vars

  • ABQ
  • Alban Berg Quartet
  • Alban Berg Quartett, Wien
  • Alban Quartet Presto
  • Alban-Berg Quartett
  • Alban-Berg-Quartett
  • Alban-Berg-Quintett
  • Alben Berg Quartet
  • Das Alban Berg Quartett
  • Le Quatuor Alban Berg
  • Members Of The Alban Berg Quartett
  • Mitglieder Des / Members Of The Alban Berg Quartett
  • Mitglieder Des Alban Berg Quartett
  • Quatuor Alban Berg
  • W. A. Mozart
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Members

  • Thomas Kakuska
  • Valentin Erben
  • Hatto Beyerle
  • Gerhard Schulz
  • Günter Pichler
  • Klaus Maetzl
  • Mitglieder Des Alban Berg Quartett
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Summary by Lucas Barcelos

20th Century Masterpieces is a must-listen for fans of classical music. The Alban Berg Quartett's masterful performances showcase the beauty and complexity of these iconic works, making for a truly unforgettable listening experience.