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Antonín Dvořák — Piano Quintet, Op. 81 / String Quartet, Op. 51
Compact Disc
Antonín Dvořák
Piano Quintet, Op. 81 / String Quartet, Op. 51
Decca 466 197-2 1999
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PressingArtistAntonín DvořákRelease TitlePiano Quintet, Op. 81 / String Quartet, Op. 51FormatCDTypeAlbumRelease Year1999Record LabelDeccaCatalogue Number466 197-2GenreClassicalStyleChamber MusicPerformer(s)Takács Quartet, Andreas HaefligerCountry of OriginGermanyCase TypeJewel Case: StandardCD GradingMint (M)Case ConditionMint (M)Inlay ConditionMint (M)FeaturesFactory Sealed, Booklet IncludedRun TimeApproximately 71 DvořákEAN0028946619728WorksPiano Quintet in A Major, Op. 81 (B155) & String Quartet in E flat Major, Op. 51 (B92)PerformersTakács String Quartet, Andreas Haefliger (piano)Condition
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OverallVery Good
This CD remains in its original factory wrapping, completely sealed and unplayed. The jewel case is pristine with no marks, scratches, or damage. The front and rear inlays are bright and unfaded. The security seal and barcode are intact and clearly visible. The woven label is clean and legible. This is a genuine retail stock item in perfect, collectible condition. View the photographs to judge the condition for yourself.
About this release
Factory-sealed 1999 Decca pressing of Dvořák's Piano Quintet Op. 81 and String Quartet Op. 51, performed by the acclaimed Takács Quartet with pianist Andreas Haefliger. Manufactured in Germany, unopened and in perfect Mint condition with complete multilingual booklet. Catalogue 466 197-2, approximately 71 minutes.
- Authentic German pressing by Universal M & L
- Both works complete on one disc with full booklet
- Takács Quartet & Andreas Haefliger internationally renowned performers
- Factory sealed since 1999, pristine collectible condition
DVOŘÁK CHAMBER WORKS
Catalogue 466 197-2
A pristine, factory-sealed 1999 Decca recording of two beloved Dvořák chamber masterworks, performed by the celebrated Takács Quartet with renowned pianist Andreas Haefliger.
ABOUT
This is an authentic European pressing, manufactured in Germany by Universal M & L for Decca's exacting standards. The Piano Quintet in A Major, Op. 81 is a masterpiece of chamber music, blending folk-inspired melodies with sophisticated classical architecture. The String Quartet in E flat Major, Op. 51 showcases Dvořák's gift for lyrical writing and structural elegance. Together, these performances capture the spirit and technical brilliance that define the Takács Quartet's international reputation.
The CD features a beautiful, atmospheric cover photograph of a Prague streetscape, enhancing its visual and collectible appeal. The package includes a full multilingual booklet with detailed notes on both works and the performers. Total playing time: approximately 71 minutes. This copy remains unopened and factory sealed since original release, making it a pristine collectible nearly 25 years old.
PIANO QUINTET IN A MAJOR, OP. 81 (B155)
1. Allegro ma non tanto – 13:27
2. Dumka: Andante con moto – Un pochettino più mosso – 14:11
3. Scherzo (Furiant): Molto vivace – Trio: Poco tranquillo – 4:07
4. Finale: Allegro – 7:15
STRING QUARTET IN E FLAT MAJOR, OP. 51 (B92)
5. Allegro ma non troppo – 10:36
6. Dumka: Andante con moto – Vivace – 7:45
7. Romanza: Andante con moto – 6:40
8. Finale: Allegro assai – 7:01
WHY THIS CD?
Acclaimed performers: The Takács Quartet ranks among the world's finest chamber ensembles, and Andreas Haefliger is a celebrated soloist—their collaborations are internationally prized.
Authentic European pressing: Manufactured in Germany by Universal M & L for Decca's exacting standards; not a budget reissue or later edition.
Sealed and unplayed: Factory sealed since 1999—a pristine, genuinely collectible copy of a recording now 25 years old.
Complete integral release: Both major chamber works on one disc, with full multilingual booklet notes included.
Perfect for collectors and performers: Ideal for classical enthusiasts, chamber music devotees, pianists and string players studying these masterworks.
Dvořák's finest chamber writing: These two works represent the composer at his most inventive, blending Bohemian folk idiom with Romantic sensibility and structural brilliance.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Is this a reissue or original 1999 pressing? This is an original 1999 Decca release, manufactured in Germany by Universal M & L. The sealed condition, catalogue number, and label design all confirm original retail stock.
Will the CD play if I open it? Yes. The disc remains factory sealed and unplayed, so opening the packaging and playing it is entirely safe—the sound quality is guaranteed to be perfect.
What is included with the CD? The package includes the original jewel case, the security seal, both front and rear inlays with track listing, and a full multilingual booklet with detailed notes on the works and performers.
Is this suitable for gift-giving? Absolutely. The factory-sealed condition, beautiful cover design, and acclaimed performances make this an ideal gift for any lover of classical chamber music or Dvořák.
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