from Shostakovich: String Quartets Nos 11, 13 & 15 (CDA67157) 1 Elegy: Adagio [10'54] 35 minutes 0 seconds 6 tracks2 Serenade: Adagio [5'38] 3 Intermezzo: Adagio [2'02] 4 Nocturne: Adagio [4'39] 5 Funeral March: Molto adagio [4'56] 6 Epilogue: Adagio [6'51] ‘The St Petersburg Quartet employs the widest possible range of colour and articulation in its performances’ (BBC Music Magazine) ‘These are thoughtful and articulate performances … they will substantially increase your appreciation of Shostakovich's craftsmanship’ (International Record Review) ‘This is a superb disc’ (American Record Guide) |