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Label Challenge Classics |
UPC 0608917296921 |
Catalogue number CC 72969 |
Release date 03 May 2024 |
"As Viola de Hoog, cellist of the quartet, explains, they have been playing the Beethoven Quartets for 15 years (2009-2024), and now, finally, they have recorded them. They are splendidly engraved, I anticipate; In addition to being presented soberly, which is appreciated, given so many colorful covers or affected poses."
Ritmo, 01-10-2024As Viola de Hoog, cellist of the quartet, explains, they have been playing the Beethoven Quartets for 15 years (2009-2024), and now, finally, they have recorded them. They are splendidly engraved, I anticipate; In addition to being presented soberly, which is appreciated, given so many colorful covers or affected poses.
Ritmo, 01-10-2024
The Narratio Quartet offer eminently civilized, thoughtful and aristocratic readings of this opus 18. Indeed, this is a well-proportioned, balanced and articulate reading, showing an understanding and depth of feeling that is rare. The integration and intonation are impeccable; without a doubt, the vigor of its touch and the energy it generates are qualities that cannot fail to surprise the listener.
The four instrumentalists, with the technique used with commendable moderation and always with sensitivity, achieve an extraordinary effect.
Sonograma, 29-7-2024
The Narratio are most satisfying in the first and second quartets, and No 2 is especially lovely for its lightness of touch and rhythmic point.
Gramophone, 01-7-2024
...there is much to enjoy in the quartet's poised and stylish playing, which acquires real passion at the amazing climax of the second movement of No. 1 in F.
BBC Music Magazine, 01-7-2024
...the Narratios have for me captured the youthful essence and spirit of the six quartets to as near ideal an extent as can be humanly expected. Perhaps above all, it is the manner in which the wit and humour are embraced, a characteristic so frequently missing by those that would have Beethoven elevated to some kind of spiritual status.
Early Music Review, 26-6-2024
The Quartets op. 18 by Beethoven performed by the Narratio Quartet: Disc CHALLENGE CLASSICS CC-72969 (3 CD): L. ven Beethoven / EARLY STRING QUARTET / Narratio Quartet
Rai Radio 3, 14-6-2024