Track Listing

1. String Quartet in B flat major (in 1 movement)
2. String Quartet No. 1 in D major, Op. 11: I. Moderato e semplice
3. String Quartet No. 1 in D major, Op. 11: II. Andante cantabile
4. String Quartet No. 1 in D major, Op. 11: III. Scherzo. Allegro non tanto e con fuoco
5. String Quartet No. 1 in D major, Op. 11: IV. Finale. Allegro giusto
6. String Quartet No. 2 in F major, Op. 22: I. Adagio - Moderato assai
7. String Quartet No. 2 in F major, Op. 22: II. Scherzo. Allegro giusto
8. String Quartet No. 2 in F major, Op. 22: III. Andante ma non tanto
9. String Quartet No. 2 in F major, Op. 22: IV. Finale. Allegro con moto

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #123389 in Music
• Released on: 2001-01-23
• Number of discs: 2
• Format: Original recording remastered
• Dimensions: .26 pounds

Customer Reviews

Great performances
I'm a little surprised by the last reviewer's dismissiveness. These are really first rate recordings with quartet no 1 and the invigorating Souvenir de Florence standing out in particular. The playing is muscular and deeply felt throughout - sure it may not be perfect but that, somehow, is not the point. Don't take my word for it though, have a listen yourself! These are widely loved recordings and you should not take one person's word for it!

Tchaikovsky String Quartets
This recording of Tchaikovsky's three String Quartets by the Borodin Quartet (including the incomparable late cellist Mstislav Rostropovich) is superb in every way. If you're looking for a recording, this is it!

Inconsistent
The Borodin's recording of the Shostakovich quartets is the historical benchmark performance. This recording of Tchaikovsky's is sadly not as well prepared. The quartet is out of tune at several points throughout the set, and at some points the energy and intensity lag. Other spots are incredibly exciting and come off very effectively, though in my opinion you'd be better off finding a more contemporary recording.