Henri Sauguet dedicated his Second Quartet to the memory of his mother, who died the previous year, intending it to bring her and her last moments back to life through music.
Composer Biography
Henri Sauguet, the composer, returned to the string quartet form three times in his life, at ages 26, 47, and 78, each time corresponding to a different period of his artistic development.
Composer's Artistic Vision
For Henri Sauguet, the sincerity of the artist was more important than the technical 'tricks of the trade' in his art.
Composition History
The Third Quartet by Henri Sauguet was composed in 1979 and dedicated to the memory of his companion, the painter and decorator Jacques Dupont, who passed away in 1977.
Performer Biography
The Quatuor Stanislas, the ensemble performing on this album, has given over a thousand concerts and recorded about thirty discs since its founding in 1984.
Performer Biography
The Quatuor Stanislas is known for its commitment to contemporary music, having premiered over a hundred new works and hosted retrospectives for composers like Henri Dutilleux and George Crumb.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded in Nancy, Salle Poirel, across three sessions in December 2016, June 2017, and August 2017.
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