Krzysztof Meyer: Piano Quartet & Piano Quintet

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Those hesitant about modern music should sample at length; admirers of Meyer’s chamber music should be very happy with this CD — MusicWeb International, 13th June 2016

Release Date: 31st Jul 2015
Catalogue No: 8573357
Label: Naxos
Length: 64 minutes

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Meyer, K: Piano Quartet, Op. 112

Work length24:34

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Szymon Krzeszowiec, Łukasz Syrnicki, Piotr Janosik, Piotr Sałajczyk

Meyer, K: Piano Quintet op. 76

Work length39:59

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Piotr Sałajczyk
Silesian Quartet

I. Maestoso - Più mosso - Tempo I

Track length10:43

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II. Misterioso

Track length13:51

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III. Inquieto

Track length4:26

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IV. Adagio - Presto - Tempo I

Track length10:59

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The twin series of symphonies and string quartets stand at the centre of Krzysztof Meyer’s achievement as one of the most renowned composers of our time. His mastery of the chamber medium is also revealed in the two works presented here.

The Piano Quartet, Op.112, heard here in its world première recording, is unusual in Meyer’s output for its one-movement structure with several contrasting sections. Elegy, threnody and caprice co-exist in an intense interplay of great passion.

In its scale and impact, the Piano Quintet recalls similar such pieces dating back to Brahms.

As one of Europe’s leading composers of chamber music, Meyer’s influence is widespread. He was taught by Penderecki, and has written important books on Lutoslawski and Shostakovich. He also completed Shostakovich’s 'The Gambler' and this performing edition has been staged in various countries - his name will be well-known to admirers of the Russian composer.

Meyer is one of Poland’s leading living composers, and his works reflect his awareness of – but not imitation of - the music of his fellow Poles – Penderecki and Lutosławski.

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13th June 2016

Those hesitant about modern music should sample at length; admirers of Meyer’s chamber music should be very happy with this CD

Krzysztof Meyer: Piano Quartet & Piano Quintet

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