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Stamitz - Orchestral Quartets Op 14 | Naxos 8557671

Stamitz - Orchestral Quartets Op 14

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Label: Naxos

Cat No: 8557671

Barcode: 0747313267125

Format: CD

Number of Discs: 1

Release Date: 30th October 2006

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These charming works by Carl Stamitz abound in energetic, driving themes, sparkling writing for the lower register and, in their slow movements, the grace and elegance that are the hallmark of Stamitz’s compositions. 
 
Known for his considerable contribution to orchestral music in the late 18th century, Carl Stamitz wrote nearly as much chamber music as symphonies and concertos. The six Quartets of Op. 14 are unusual in that only two of the works, Nos. 1 and 4 are specifically designated ‘orchestral’ quartets, while Nos. 2 and 5 are described as ‘concertante’ works, to be performed either by a quartet or, as heard on this recording, by a small chamber orchestra.

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