Schumann – Quintet & Piano Quartet – Gould / Bernstein – CBS LP

This LP brings together two major works of the romantic chamber music of Robert Schumann, recorded by exceptional interpreters: Glenn Gould and Leonard Bernstein piano, accompanied by the prestigious Juilliard Quartet.

Published by CBS (CBS Masterworks) in its original European presentation of the late 1970s, this disc proposes the Quintet for piano and strings op. 44 and Quartet for piano and strings op. 47, two scores composed in 1842, a particularly fruitful year for Schumann in the field of chamber music.

The interest of this LP lies as much in musical quality as in its discography context The joint presence of Glenn Gould and Leonard Bernstein, two major figures of the 20th century, gives this recording an undeniable historical and artistic value. The Juilliard Quartet, an absolute reference of the genre, brings rigour, intensity and balance to these demanding works.

Programme details

Face A – Quintet for piano and strings in semi major, op. 44

1. Allegro brilliant
2. In modo diuna marcia – A largamente poco
3. Scherzo – Molto vivace
4. Allegro ma non troppo

Face B – Quartet for piano and strings in semi major, op. 47

1. Sostenuto assai – Allegro ma non troppo
2. Scherzo – Molto vivace
3. Andante cantabile
4. Vivace

Further information

• Label : CBS / CBS Masterworks
• Pressage : Europe (Germany), late 1970s
• Format : Vinyl LP 33 turns
• Genre: Classical music – Chamber music
• Presentation: original rigid pouch, sober aesthetic of the CBS collection

This disc is also suitable for fan of Schumann, than classic vinyl collectors or admirers of Gould, Bernstein and the Juilliard Quartet. A beautiful catalogue piece, ideal for listening and completing a collection.