Piano Quintet Op. 81, Piano Quartet Op. 87
Dvořák's chamber works blend Romantic melody with structural sophistication, and this 1999 Teldec recording pairs two of his finest—the Piano Quintet and Piano Quartet. The Panocha Quartet brings warmth and clarity, while pianist András Schiff matches them with refined, unaffected playing. Schiff never overplays; he listens intently to the strings, providing sensitive harmonic support that lets the ensemble breathe. These pieces balance genuine lyricism with moments of real urgency, moving from dance-like exuberance to more introspective passages. The interpretation is intelligent and thoroughly satisfying, capturing both the Romantic heart and the careful craftsmanship Dvořák brought to chamber music.
Item Details+
| Genre | Classical |
| Style | Romantic |
| Notes | Mint (NM or M-) Mint (NM or M-) |
| Media | Near Mint (NM or M-) |
| Sleeve | Near Mint (NM or M-) |
| Label | Teldec |
| Year | 1999 |
| Country | Europe |
| Format | CD |
Tracklist+
. Piano Quintet No. 2 In A Major, Op. 81
. Piano Quartet No. 2 In E Flat Major, Op. 87
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