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.
Apple MusicJaime Laredo / Marlboro Festival Ensemble
1965A collection of great musicians. Wonderfully played with great energy and great musical judgment.
Smetana Quartet / Janáček Quartet
1968A powerful version emphasizing the lyrical qualities, with beautifully judged playing and sound.
Apple MusicJascha Heifetz, William Primrose, Gregor Piatigorsky
1961A virtuoso account with quick tempos, especially in the finale.
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