The Leonkoro Quartet's latest album, "Out of Vienna", is a sonic journey through the uncharted territories of Viennese modernism, courtesy of three pioneers - Alban Berg, Anton Webern, and Erwin Schulhoff.
In this thought-provoking exploration, the quartet delves into the world of atonality, where musical boundaries are pushed to their limits. The result is a captivating series of movements that showcase each composer's unique voice.
Berg's Lyric Suite takes center stage, with the quartet masterfully conveying the turbulent emotions and sensuality that lies beneath this intense music. From the melancholic Andante Amoroso to the frenetic Presto Delirando, the players' nuanced expressions add layers of depth to these intricate compositions.
Meanwhile, Webern's Five Pieces from 1909 demonstrate the composer's remarkable range and imagination - a true testament to his innovative spirit. This collection includes some of his most romantic works, such as the Langsamer Satz, which presents an intriguing case study in missed opportunities. The quartet delivers a maturity and expressiveness that rivals Webern's own output.
The eclectic Erwin Schulhoff is another surprise package, whose Five Pieces injects a welcome dose of whimsy into the disc. From a slyly satirical Viennese waltz to a sultry Argentine tango, Schulhoff's music is a masterclass in stylistic eclecticism. The Leonkoro Quartet brings its A-game, ensuring that even the most unlikely pieces are imbued with a sense of authenticity.
The overall package is bolstered by top-notch recorded sound and performances from the quartet - all of which combine to create an unforgettable sonic experience that will resonate long after the music fades away. With "Out of Vienna", the Leonkoro Quartet cements its status as one of the most exciting and innovative ensembles working today, and leaves no doubt about their status as true champions of Viennese modernism.
In this thought-provoking exploration, the quartet delves into the world of atonality, where musical boundaries are pushed to their limits. The result is a captivating series of movements that showcase each composer's unique voice.
Berg's Lyric Suite takes center stage, with the quartet masterfully conveying the turbulent emotions and sensuality that lies beneath this intense music. From the melancholic Andante Amoroso to the frenetic Presto Delirando, the players' nuanced expressions add layers of depth to these intricate compositions.
Meanwhile, Webern's Five Pieces from 1909 demonstrate the composer's remarkable range and imagination - a true testament to his innovative spirit. This collection includes some of his most romantic works, such as the Langsamer Satz, which presents an intriguing case study in missed opportunities. The quartet delivers a maturity and expressiveness that rivals Webern's own output.
The eclectic Erwin Schulhoff is another surprise package, whose Five Pieces injects a welcome dose of whimsy into the disc. From a slyly satirical Viennese waltz to a sultry Argentine tango, Schulhoff's music is a masterclass in stylistic eclecticism. The Leonkoro Quartet brings its A-game, ensuring that even the most unlikely pieces are imbued with a sense of authenticity.
The overall package is bolstered by top-notch recorded sound and performances from the quartet - all of which combine to create an unforgettable sonic experience that will resonate long after the music fades away. With "Out of Vienna", the Leonkoro Quartet cements its status as one of the most exciting and innovative ensembles working today, and leaves no doubt about their status as true champions of Viennese modernism.
they really outdid themselves in exploring the world of atonality, it's like a whole new dimension of music! Alban Berg's Lyric Suite is giving me all the feels, the way the players convey those turbulent emotions is just incredible 
. And Erwin Schulhoff's Five Pieces? Who knew he had such range and style 
. The way they balance innovation with authenticity is just genius. Top-notch recording quality too - it's like you're right there in the room with them 
. I'm definitely gonna bump this one out to all my music-loving friends!
The Leonkoro Quartet is definitely pushing boundaries and exploring new sounds, which is awesome! However, I wish they'd include more context about the composers' lives and influences - like, what inspired Alban Berg to write Lyric Suite? That would add so much depth to my listening experience 
! I mean, can you imagine listening to Alban Berg's Lyric Suite for the first time? 
It's like a rollercoaster of emotions - one minute it's all melancholic and slow, the next it's frenetic and fast 
. And then there's Erwin Schulhoff's Five Pieces... I love how eclectic he is! Who knew waltzes and tangoes could sound so cool together? 
The way the quartet plays each piece is like they're reading each other's minds 
I mean, who knew atonality could sound so beautiful? 
and Erwin Schulhoff's Five Pieces are just pure genius 
that Argentine tango piece though 
I'm totally blown away by this album! The way the quartet explores the uncharted territories of atonality is so fascinating... it's like they're speaking a different language 
But what really gets me is how each composer's unique voice shines through - Berg's emotional turmoil, Webern's innovative spirit, and Schulhoff's whimsical eclecticism are all on full display. The sound quality is insane too 
. And Erwin Schulhoff's stuff? Who knew he was so talented?! 
I love how the album takes you on this journey through different styles and periods, it's like a musical odyssey 
. The recording quality is top-notch too, it really does make the music feel alive 
. This album is definitely going to be on repeat for me, it's that good 
. And Berg's Lyric Suite? Wow, the emotional depth on that piece is insane 
. Anyway, if you're a music lover like me, you need to get on this ASAP 
. Trust me, your ears will thank you 
. And Erwin Schulhoff's contributions? Absolutely delightful 
! And have you checked out the recording quality? Top-notch, if I do say so myself 
! Overall, this album is giving me LIFE 
. And Erwin Schulhoff's Five Pieces? Absolutely genius! Who knew you could take those seemingly disparate styles and turn them into something so cohesive and beautiful? 
and webern's five pieces are like whoa his music is so underrated rn 
but what really caught my attention was erwin schulhoff's five pieces they're like this wild eclectic mix of styles and it's so refreshing 
. I mean, it's just too predictable - three composers, each pushing the boundaries in their own way... yawn. I think the real innovation comes from how they didn't innovate enough 
. It's like they took every cliché from Vienna modernism and mashed them all together into one big mess of emotional intensity 
. Give me something with a bit more edge, you know? A bit more... unpredictability 
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. And Webern's Langsamer Satz? Who knew he had romantic tendencies?