String Octet in E-flat major, Op. 20

Felix Mendelssohn

String Octet

Academy of St. Martin in the Fields

1968 Really good sound quality.

Gil's first choice. Beautiful, immaculate playing, and wonderful virtuosity. They 'just really nail it' in terms of tempos and interpretation.

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Jaime Laredo / Marlboro Festival Ensemble

1965

A collection of great musicians. Wonderfully played with great energy and great musical judgment.

Smetana Quartet / Janáček Quartet

1968

A powerful version emphasizing the lyrical qualities, with beautifully judged playing and sound.

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Jascha Heifetz, William Primrose, Gregor Piatigorsky

1961

A virtuoso account with quick tempos, especially in the finale.

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