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Unduly overshadowed by more popular composers such as Haydn and Mozart, the music of Carl Stamitz is happily receiving somewhat of a rebirth. Much like Mozart, Stamitz was not only a respected composer, but also a consummate virtuoso on both the violin and viola. As such, this recording of duos for violin and viola is a wonderful representation of Stamitz's compositional acumen as well his performance abilities. His treatment of the two instruments is very nearly equal with the viola and not always subjugated to a merely accompanimental role. The eight duos of Op. 10 and Op. 34 provide an enjoyable variety of styles, from songful, melodic slow movements to vivacious rondos and sparkling fugatos. Of course, a composition is only as good its performers. Fortunately, violinist Vilmos Szabadi and violist Péter Bársony bring a lot to the table. Intonation from both is very clean, as is articulation and general ensemble. The sound quality of both instruments is also brilliant without being tinny; the viola's sound in particular projects quite well and never falls into the background. The recorded sound captures every nuance of their performance-- including a little too much breathing at times -- giving listeners the impression that the two musicians are in the room with them.
© TiVo
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Duo in C Major, Op. 10, No. 1 (Carl Stamitz)
Carl Stamitz, Composer - Vilmos Szabadi, Artist, MainArtist - Peter Barsony, Artist
(C) 2014 Hungaroton (P) 2014 Hungaroton
Carl Stamitz, Composer - Vilmos Szabadi, Artist, MainArtist - Peter Barsony, Artist
(C) 2014 Hungaroton (P) 2014 Hungaroton
Carl Stamitz, Composer - Vilmos Szabadi, Artist, MainArtist - Peter Barsony, Artist
(C) 2014 Hungaroton (P) 2014 Hungaroton
Duo in A Major, Op. 10, No. 2 (Carl Stamitz)
Carl Stamitz, Composer - Vilmos Szabadi, Artist, MainArtist - Peter Barsony, Artist
(C) 2014 Hungaroton (P) 2014 Hungaroton
Carl Stamitz, Composer - Vilmos Szabadi, Artist, MainArtist - Peter Barsony, Artist
(C) 2014 Hungaroton (P) 2014 Hungaroton
Carl Stamitz, Composer - Vilmos Szabadi, Artist, MainArtist - Peter Barsony, Artist
(C) 2014 Hungaroton (P) 2014 Hungaroton
Divertimento in A Major, Op. 34, No. 1 (Carl Stamitz)
Carl Stamitz, Composer - Vilmos Szabadi, Artist, MainArtist - Peter Barsony, Artist
(C) 2014 Hungaroton (P) 2014 Hungaroton
Carl Stamitz, Composer - Vilmos Szabadi, Artist, MainArtist - Peter Barsony, Artist
(C) 2014 Hungaroton (P) 2014 Hungaroton
Divertimento in D Major, Op. 34, No. 2 (Carl Stamitz)
Carl Stamitz, Composer - Vilmos Szabadi, Artist, MainArtist - Peter Barsony, Artist
(C) 2014 Hungaroton (P) 2014 Hungaroton
Carl Stamitz, Composer - Vilmos Szabadi, Artist, MainArtist - Peter Barsony, Artist
(C) 2014 Hungaroton (P) 2014 Hungaroton
Divertimento in D Major, Op. 34, No. 3 (Carl Stamitz)
Carl Stamitz, Composer - Vilmos Szabadi, Artist, MainArtist - Peter Barsony, Artist
(C) 2014 Hungaroton (P) 2014 Hungaroton
Carl Stamitz, Composer - Vilmos Szabadi, Artist, MainArtist - Peter Barsony, Artist
(C) 2014 Hungaroton (P) 2014 Hungaroton
Divertimento in C Major, Op. 34, No. 4 (Carl Stamitz)
Carl Stamitz, Composer - Vilmos Szabadi, Artist, MainArtist - Peter Barsony, Artist
(C) 2014 Hungaroton (P) 2014 Hungaroton
Carl Stamitz, Composer - Vilmos Szabadi, Artist, MainArtist - Peter Barsony, Artist
(C) 2014 Hungaroton (P) 2014 Hungaroton
Divertimento in E-Flat Major, Op. 34, No. 5 (Carl Stamitz)
Carl Stamitz, Composer - Vilmos Szabadi, Artist, MainArtist - Peter Barsony, Artist
(C) 2014 Hungaroton (P) 2014 Hungaroton
Carl Stamitz, Composer - Vilmos Szabadi, Artist, MainArtist - Peter Barsony, Artist
(C) 2014 Hungaroton (P) 2014 Hungaroton
Divertimento in G Major, Op. 34, No. 6 (Carl Stamitz)
Carl Stamitz, Composer - Vilmos Szabadi, Artist, MainArtist - Peter Barsony, Artist
(C) 2014 Hungaroton (P) 2014 Hungaroton
Carl Stamitz, Composer - Vilmos Szabadi, Artist, MainArtist - Peter Barsony, Artist
(C) 2014 Hungaroton (P) 2014 Hungaroton
Duo in C Major (Carl Stamitz)
Carl Stamitz, Composer - Vilmos Szabadi, Artist, MainArtist - Peter Barsony, Artist
(C) 2014 Hungaroton (P) 2014 Hungaroton
Carl Stamitz, Composer - Vilmos Szabadi, Artist, MainArtist - Peter Barsony, Artist
(C) 2014 Hungaroton (P) 2014 Hungaroton
Carl Stamitz, Composer - Vilmos Szabadi, Artist, MainArtist - Peter Barsony, Artist
(C) 2014 Hungaroton (P) 2014 Hungaroton
Album review
Unduly overshadowed by more popular composers such as Haydn and Mozart, the music of Carl Stamitz is happily receiving somewhat of a rebirth. Much like Mozart, Stamitz was not only a respected composer, but also a consummate virtuoso on both the violin and viola. As such, this recording of duos for violin and viola is a wonderful representation of Stamitz's compositional acumen as well his performance abilities. His treatment of the two instruments is very nearly equal with the viola and not always subjugated to a merely accompanimental role. The eight duos of Op. 10 and Op. 34 provide an enjoyable variety of styles, from songful, melodic slow movements to vivacious rondos and sparkling fugatos. Of course, a composition is only as good its performers. Fortunately, violinist Vilmos Szabadi and violist Péter Bársony bring a lot to the table. Intonation from both is very clean, as is articulation and general ensemble. The sound quality of both instruments is also brilliant without being tinny; the viola's sound in particular projects quite well and never falls into the background. The recorded sound captures every nuance of their performance-- including a little too much breathing at times -- giving listeners the impression that the two musicians are in the room with them.
© TiVo
About the album
- 1 disc(s) - 21 track(s)
- Total length: 01:08:00
- Main artists: Vilmos Szabadi Péter Bársony
- Composer: Carl Stamitz
- Label: Hungaroton
- Genre: Classical Chamber Music
(C) 2014 Hungaroton (P) 2014 Hungaroton
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