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Smetana, Janácek, Schubert: String Quartets
Bedrich Smetana, Leos Janacek, Franz [Vienna] Schubert
Smetana, Janácek, Schubert: String Quartets
Genre: Classical
 
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"The Alexander Quartet has a clear notion of the expressive aims of each composer. With Smetana it is at its finest in a passionate rendition of the slow movement--a memory of youthful love ... They also respond readily...  more »

     
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All Artists: Bedrich Smetana, Leos Janacek, Franz [Vienna] Schubert
Title: Smetana, Janácek, Schubert: String Quartets
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Label: Arte Nova Classics
Original Release Date: 1/1/2007
Re-Release Date: 6/12/2007
Genre: Classical
Styles: Chamber Music, Historical Periods, Classical (c.1770-1830)
Number of Discs: 1
SwapaCD Credits: 1
UPC: 723721295455

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"The Alexander Quartet has a clear notion of the expressive aims of each composer. With Smetana it is at its finest in a passionate rendition of the slow movement--a memory of youthful love ... They also respond readily to Janáèek's storytelling." -- BBC Music MagazineCritically acclaimed debuts in New York and London have established the San Francisco-based Alexander String Quartet as one of chamber music's most compelling ensembles, whose annual concert calendar includes engagements at major halls throughout North America and Europe.