Leshnoff / Carpe Diem String Quartet / Miahky String Quartet No.2 / Seven Glances At A Mirage CD

Jonathan Leshnoff is one of the most exciting voices in contemporary American music, and his lyricism is accompanied by vibrant expressive qualities. The String Quartet No. 2 reflects the personal qualities of those who commissioned it with originality and vitality, Leshnoff embracing both mystery and Klezmer inspired writing. Seven Glances at a Mirage creates shifting perspectives and contrasted sonorities, whilst Cosmic Variations on a Haunted Theme alternates between hints of Bachian chorales and Bart?kinspired drama.... without a chance is a response to 9/11, where abrupt rhythms are movingly resolved. "Leshnoff is excitingly 'the real deal'.' (Fanfare on 8.559398)

1. Adagio - Carpe Diem String Quartet 2. Flowing - Carpe Diem String Quartet 3. Fast - Carpe Diem String Quartet 4. Seven Glances at a Mirage - Various Performers 5. Cosmic Variations on a Haunted Theme - Opus 3 Trio 6. ... Without a Chance - Various Performers