CD:
Prokofiev: The String Quartets | Quatuor Danel

After their award-winning Shostkakovich cycle, Quatuor Danel present Prokofiev's rarely performed string quartets in a riveting new recording!

Quatuor Danel, internationally celebrated for their interpretations of Shostakovich and Weinberg, present Sergei Prokofiev’s rarely heard string quartets in a stunning new recording. Prokofiev composed only two quartets, yet these works reveal his genius in crafting masterpieces within a genre he rarely explored.

The String Quartet No. 1 in B minor, Op. 50, was commissioned by the Library of Congress during Prokofiev’s American tour in 1930. Its intricate textures and unconventional form, culminating in a poignant slow finale, showcase Prokofiev’s unique voice and meticulous attention to detail. String Quartet No. 2 in F Major, Op. 92, composed during Prokofiev’s wartime exile in the Caucasus, integrates Kabardinian folk themes into a vibrant, classical framework. Its lively dances and evocative melodies demonstrate his ability to merge folklore with sophisticated artistry.

Completing the album is the Visions Fugitives, a series of fleeting miniatures originally written for piano and arranged for string quartet. This adaptation highlights Prokofiev’s kaleidoscopic tonal palette and lyrical depth.

Recorded in the Mendelssohn Hall of Leipzig’s Gewandhaus in March 2024, this album offers a deeply immersive journey into
Prokofiev’s "closed world" - a magical blend of drama, intimacy, and innovation that defines his chamber music legacy.

Sergei Prokofiev
The String Quartets & Visions fugitives
Quatuor Danel
ACC30640
EAN: 4260234833102
Available March 21/28, 2025

Composer Sergei Prokofiev
Orchestra / Band Quatuor Danel
Production Company Accentus Music GmbH