Disc 01 String Symphony No. 1 in C Allegro Allegro Andante Allegro String Symphony No. 2 in D Allegro Andante Allegro vivace String Symphony No. 3 in E Minor Allegro di molto Andante Allegro String Symphony No. 4 in C Minor Grave Andante Allegro vivace String Symphony No. 5 in B-Flat Allegro vivace Andante Presto String Symphony No. 6 in E-Flat Allegro vivace Menuetto
01. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Prestissimo" String Symphony No. 10 in B-Minor: Adagio
02. Hanover Band, The "Andante"
03. Hanover Band, The "Allegro" String Symphony No. 2 in D
04. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Allegro"
05. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Andante"
06. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Allegro vivace" String Symphony No. 3 in E Minor
07. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Allegro di molto"
08. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Andante"
09. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Allegro" String Symphony No. 4 in C Minor
10. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Grave"
11. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Andante"
12. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Allegro vivace" String Symphony No. 5 in B-Flat
13. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Allegro vivace"
14. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Andante"
15. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Presto" String Symphony No. 6 in E-Flat
16. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Allegro vivace"
17. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Menuetto"
18. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Prestissimo"
19. Hanover Band, The "String Symphony No. 10 in B-Minor: Adagio"
Disc 02 String Symphony No. 7 in D Minor Allegro Allegro Andante Menuetto Allegro molto String Symphony No. 8 in D (Version with Winds) Adagio Adagio Menuetto Allegro molto String Symphony No. 12 in G Minor Fuga: Grave Andante
01. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Allegro molto"
02. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Andante"
03. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Menuetto" String Symphony No. 8 in D (Version with Winds)
04. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Allegro molto"
05. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Adagio"
06. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Adagio"
07. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Menuetto"
08. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Allegro molto" String Symphony No. 12 in G Minor
09. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Fuga: Grave"
10. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Andante"
11. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Allegro molto"
Disc 03 String Symphony No. 9 in C Grave Grave Andante Scherzo Allegro vivace String Symphony No. 11 in F Adagio Scherzo: Commodo Schweizerlied Adagio Menuetto: Allegro Moderato
01. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Allegro molto" String Symphony No. 13 "Sinfoniesatz" in C Minor: Grave
02. Hanover Band, The "Andante"
03. Hanover Band, The "Scherzo"
04. Hanover Band, The "Allegro vivace" String Symphony No. 11 in F
05. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Adagio"
06. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Scherzo: Commodo Schweizerlied"
07. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Adagio"
08. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Menuetto: Allegro Moderato"
09. Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Felix "Allegro molto"
10. Hanover Band, The "String Symphony No. 13 "Sinfoniesatz" in C Minor: Grave"
Description:
Contains 24-page booklet in English, German, French
"COMPLETE COLL: THE STRING SYMP" is a CD that brings together a curated collection of string-based symphonic works, performed by a diverse range of ensembles and artists under the umbrella term "Various". Rather than focusing on a single composer or performer, this compilation emphasizes the expressive breadth of string instruments within the symphonic context: sweeping orchestral passages, intimate string textures, and dynamic contrasts that move between delicate lyricism and powerful climaxes. The album is designed as a continuous listening experience, guiding the listener through different moods and colors of the string orchestra, from reflective and meditative movements to more dramatic and rhythmically driven sections. As a mixed-artist recording, the strength of this release lies in its stylistic variety and the way it showcases different interpretative approaches to the string symphony repertoire, making it suitable both for focused listening and as an elegant musical backdrop.
The manufacturer RCA Red S. (commonly associated with the historic RCA classical line) stands for solid production standards, careful programming, and reliable sound quality. Releases under this imprint typically place great value on clear, balanced recordings and thoughtfully assembled tracklists that appeal to both collectors and casual listeners. With "COMPLETE COLL: THE STRING SYMP", RCA Red S. continues this tradition by presenting a thematically cohesive compilation that highlights the richness and emotional depth of string symphonic music.
COMPLETE COLL: THE STRING SYMP
