Franz Joseph Haydn: String Quartet No. 1 in B flat major, Op. 1, No. 1, Hob.III:1, "La chasse"
I. Presto
II. Minuet
III. Adagio
IV. Minuet
V. Finale: Presto
Franz Joseph Haydn: String Quartet No. 2 in E flat major, Op. 1, No. 2, Hob.III:2
I. Allegro molto
II. Minuet
III. Adagio
IV. Minuet
V. Finale: Presto
Franz Joseph Haydn: String Quartet No. 3 in D major, Op. 1, No. 3, Hob.III:3
I. Adagio
II. Minuet
III. Scherzo: Presto
IV. Menuet
V. Finale: Presto
Franz Joseph Haydn: String Quartet No. 4 in G major, Op. 1, No. 4, Hob.III:4
I. Presto
II. Minuet
III. Adagio ma non tanto
IV. Minuet
V. Finale: Presto
Franz Joseph Haydn: String Quartet No. 5 in E flat major, Op. 1, No. 0, Hob.II:6
I. Presto
II. Menuet
III. Adagio
IV. Menuet
V. Finale: Presto
Franz Joseph Haydn: String Quartet No. 6 in C major, Op. 1, No. 6, Hob.III:6
I. Presto assai
II. Minuet
III. Adagio
IV. Minuet
V. Finale: Allegro
2010
“The history of the string quartet in effect began with these cheerful, compact Divertimenti aquattro, as the composer titled them; and though they contain only spasmodic hints of future glories, their freshness and exuberance make for highly pleasurable listening. The Petersen Quartet responds vividly to the music's youthful verve, with polished ensemble, keen attack and a wide spectrum of colour and dynamics. Purists may raise an eyebrow at the special effects the players deploy in repeats, especially in minuets – added touches of imitation, pizzicato and even col legno. But the young Haydn, famed for his mischievous humour, may have enjoyed these liberties. The recording combines clarity with an attractive church resonance.”
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I. Presto