Mondriaan Kwartet
George Antheil : First and Second String Quartet
DATArecords (Holland) 1985
DATA 851 (LP) w/insert.
sleeve : EX(wear on corner.)
media : EX+/EX-(some slightly noises. the first parts on side B has some light noises.)
An album released in 1985 by the Dutch string quartet Mondriaan Kwartet, consisting of Jan Erik van Regteren Altena (violin), Edwin Blankenstijn (violin), Prunella Pacey (viola), and Eduard van Regteren Altena (cello), who have also performed works by John Cage and Iannis Xenakis, as well as compositions featuring the poetry of Allen Ginsberg. This release features two string quartets composed in the 1920s by mid-20th-century American composer George Antheil. Influenced by figures such as Igor Stravinsky and Man Ray, and engaging with Dadaism and Surrealism, Antheil was a leading figure in the avant-garde music scene before passing away at the age of 59. This album captures his string works in a superb ensemble performance with excellent sound quality. Highly recommended listening.
A: String Quartet
B: 2nd String Quartet