Written in 1799, at the same time as the First Symphony, the Septet reflects Beethoven's ambition to gain a foothold in his new Viennese environment. It is an experimental work with six contrasting movements - weighty as a symphony but also influenced by the lighter, more entertaining character of the serenade.Unlike Beethoven, who clearly indicates his intentions, Kreutzer allows the musicians plenty of room to emerge as soloists.Combined with Beethoven's masterpiece, the result is a sound document that uncovers a buried path of music history, once more proving that unknown works are definitely worth studying, rehearsing, and performing.

Tracklist:

1. Septet for Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Violin, Viola, Cello and Double Bass in E flat major, Op. 20~I. Adagio - Allegro con brio
2. Septet for Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Violin, Viola, Cello and Double Bass in E flat major, Op. 20~II. Adagio cantabile
3. Septet for Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Violin, Viola, Cello and Double Bass in E flat major, Op. 20~III. Tempo di Menuetto - Trio
4. Septet for Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Violin, Viola, Cello and Double Bass in E flat major, Op. 20~IV. Andante con Variazioni
5. Septet for Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Violin, Viola, Cello and Double Bass in E flat major, Op. 20~V. Scherzo. Allegro molto e viv
6. Septet for Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Violin, Viola, Cello and Double Bass in E flat major, Op. 20~VI. Andante con moto alla Marci
7. Grand Septet for Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Violin, Viola, Cello and Double Bass in E flat major, Op. 62~I. Adagio - Allegro
8. Grand Septet for Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Violin, Viola, Cello and Double Bass in E flat major, Op. 62~II. Adagio
9. Grand Septet for Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Violin, Viola, Cello and Double Bass in E flat major, Op. 62~III. Menuetto. Moderato -
10. Grand Septet for Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Violin, Viola, Cello and Double Bass in E flat major, Op. 62~IV. Andante. Maestoso
11. Grand Septet for Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Violin, Viola, Cello and Double Bass in E flat major, Op. 62~V. Scherzo. Prestissimo -
12. Grand Septet for Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Violin, Viola, Cello and Double Bass in E flat major, Op. 62~VI. Finale. Allegro vivac

UPC: 028948673063
Label: Cavi-music
Release Date: 5.23.25
Format: CD