This SOMM release brings together the premiere recordings of three works for string quartet in magnificent versions for string orchestra. The Elgar and Arnold Quartets have been arranged for strings by the renowned composer David Matthews, while Robert Simpson made his own arrangement of a movement (Allegro Deciso) from his Third Quartet.

Tracklist:

String Quartet In E Minor, Op. 83 (Arr. D. Matthews For String Orchestra): I. Allegro Moderato
String Quartet In E Minor, Op. 83 (Arr. D. Matthews For String Orchestra): II. Piacevole: Poco Andante
String Quartet In E Minor, Op. 83 (Arr. D. Matthews For String Orchestra): III. Finale: Allegro Molto
Sonata For Strings (After String Quartet No. 2) [Arr. D. Matthews For String Orchestra]: I. Allegro
Sonata For Strings (After String Quartet No. 2) [Arr. D. Matthews For String Orchestra]: II. Maestoso Con Molto Rubato - Allegro
Sonata For Strings (After String Quartet No. 2) [Arr. D. Matthews For String Orchestra]: III. Andante
Sonata For Strings (After String Quartet No. 2) [Arr. D. Matthews For String Orchestra]: IV. Allegretto
String Quartet No. 3 In E Major: String Quartet No. 3: Allegro Deciso (Version For String Orchestra)

UPC: 748871014527
Label: Somm Recordings
Release Date: 6.9.15
Format: CD

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