Haydn's The Seven Last Words of Christ was originally written for orchestra, but this string quartet arrangement transforms it into something even more intimate and profound. The Borodin String Quartet, one of the greatest ensembles of the twentieth century, brings Russian depth and soul to these meditations on Christ's final moments. Each movement is a small prayer, rich in counterpoint and emotional weight. Recorded in 1994 for Teldec, the ensemble's unanimity and tonal blend are remarkable—the four instruments become a single voice. This is music for quiet contemplation, and the Borodin players understand its spiritual dimension completely.