Credits:

Szymanowski Quartet

Description:

A collection of string quartets by composers who influenced Szymanowski in Paris!The Szymanowski Quartet was founded in 1995 to perform works by composers from their native Poland. This album features works by composers who influenced Szymanowski during his time in Paris.Starting in 1914, Szymanowski traveled throughout Europe, including a visit to Paris; his *Nocturne and Tarantella* was composed after that trip and published in 1921. Simon Raks studied in Paris on Szymanowskis recommendation and was influenced by neoclassical music. He was later imprisoned at Auschwitz but was liberated and returned to Paris.Tokyo M-Plus

Tracklisting:

1.Nocturne & Tarantella for violin & piano, Op. 28, M30: Nocturne
2.Nocturne & Tarantella for violin & piano, Op. 28, M30: Tarantella
3.String Quartet in F major: Allegro moderato. Tres doux
4.String Quartet in F major: Assez vi