Through the intimate voice of the string quartet, Diffusion explores a mosaic of folk cultures through the lens Janáček’s String Quartet No. 2 “Intimate Letters,” Szymanowski’s String Quartet No. 2 Op. 56, and Ravel’s String Quartet in F Major M. 35. As an ensemble of four nations (Singapore, Canada, United States, and United Kingdom), the Verona Quartet reveals a kaleidoscopic snapshot of cultural migration at the turn of the century.
Track List
- Leoš Janáček – String Quartet No. 2 “Intimate Letters”
- I. Andante
- II. Adagio
- III. Moderato
- IV. Allegro
- Karol Szymanowski – String Quartet No. 2, Op. 56
- I. Moderato dolce e tranquillo
- II. Vivace, scherzando
- III. Lento
- Maurice Ravel – String Quartet in F Major, M. 35
- I. Allegro moderato - très doux
- II. Assez vif - très rythmé
- III. Très lent
- IV. Vif et agité
ACD-71339
Label: Azica Records
Producer: Alan Bise
Recording Engineer: Bruce Egre
Digital Editor: Alan Bise
Graphic Design: David Foarde
Recorded October 10-12, 2019 in Sauder Concert Hall, Goshen, IN
