The London Haydn Quartet, formed in 2000, has carved out a niche as one of the world's leading period instrument string quartets. The ensemble's passion for the works of Joseph Haydn has directed their career into an ambitious project to record the complete cycle of Haydn's string quartets on the Hyperion label, a venture that has garnered critical acclaim for its exquisite precision and historical authenticity. Comprising first violinist Catherine Manson, second violinist Michael Gurevich, violist John Crockatt, and cellist Jonathan Manson, the quartet breathes vibrant life into the classical repertoire, using gut strings and period-appropriate techniques to recreate the soundscapes that Haydn himself would have known.

The London Haydn Quartet's discography reflects an unwavering devotion to the foundational figure of the string quartet genre. Their most recent releases include interpretations of Haydn's String Quartets Op. 42, 77 & Seven Last Words, and the quartets of Op. 76, among others. Notably, the Quartet has also ventured into collaborations featuring clarinet, as evidenced by their recordings such as "Weber, Krommer & Baermann: Clarinet Quintets" and "Mozart, W.A.: Clarinet Quintet in A Major / Brahms, J.: Clarinet Quintet in B Minor," which feature the celebrated clarinetist Eric Hoeprich. These forays demonstrate the ensemble's versatility and commitment to exploring the rich textures of chamber music from the classical era.

Genres

Historically Informed Performance

Latest Release

Haydn: London Haydn Quartet

Joseph Haydn•

London Haydn Quartet

Album - 96 Tracks - Released March 22, 2024