The Budapest Quartet collaborated with jazz clarinettist Benny Goodman, known as the 'King of Swing', in the Mozart Quintet, a partnership facilitated by record producer John Hammond.
Interpretation
The two Mozart interpretations on this album showcase a 'colourful, masculine muscularity' from the Budapest Quartet, a departure from the 'lighter, airier view' of their Hungarian predecessors.
Performer Biography
The Budapest Quartet underwent a significant change in its lineup, transitioning from its original Hungarian members to a 'Russian phase' by 1936 with the arrival of Boris Kroyt.
Performer Biography
The Budapest Quartet, though its members were Russian-born, became musical icons in the United States and were appointed resident quartet at the Library of Congress in Washington.
Recording & Production
The Budapest Quartet was signed by the Columbia label after Victor Records, which dominated the U.S. market, failed to contract them when they settled in New York.
Performer Biography
The Budapest Quartet was founded in 1917 by Dutch cellist Harry Son and three Hungarian colleagues, establishing its reputation throughout Europe in its early years.
Recording & Production
These Victor records were made when the Budapest Quartet was in America, as an extension of their connection with HMV in London, which had a reciprocal arrangement with Victor.
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