Quartet

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Label: Decca
Release Year: 2012
Barcode: 028948070145
Country: Europe
Product Type: CD (Pre-owned)
Score or Soundtrack: Score
Composer: Dario Marianelli

Quartet (2012), directed by Dustin Hoffman in his directorial debut, is a heartwarming British comedy-drama set in a retirement home for former professional musicians. The story revolves around preparations for the annual gala concert celebrating Verdi’s birthday, which becomes complicated with the arrival of a new resident—opera diva Jean Horton, played by Maggie Smith. Her presence rekindles past tensions and romances, particularly with her ex-husband Reginald (Tom Courtenay), while also inspiring the residents to confront their aging with grace, humor, and passion. The film blends gentle humor with poignant reflections on art, aging, and reconciliation.

The Quartet soundtrack, composed by Dario Marianelli, beautifully complements the film’s themes with a mix of original score and classical opera pieces. Marianelli’s delicate and expressive compositions underscore the emotional depth of the characters, while the inclusion of works by Verdi, Bellini, and other classical composers pays homage to the musical legacy of the protagonists. Many of the vocal performances are provided by real-life retired musicians, adding authenticity and richness to the audio experience. The soundtrack not only supports the narrative but also celebrates the enduring power of music to inspire, heal, and connect.

Track Listing

Libiamo Ne' Lieti Calici [Brindisi]
Giuseppe Verdi, Danish National Chamber Orchestra, James Morgan

Wilf's Descent
Dario Marianelli, London Session Musicians

An Sylvia
Hermann Prey, Karl Engel

La donna è mobile
Giuseppe Verdi, Danish National Chamber Orchestra, James Morgan

The Flowers That Bloom In The Spring
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Royston Nash, D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, Valerie Masterson, Peggy Ann Jones, John Reed, Kenneth Sandford, Colin Wright

Jean Arrives
Dario Marianelli, London Session Musicians

The Swan
Christopher van Kampen, Cristina Ortiz, Pascal Rogé, London Sinfonietta, Charles Dutoit

So Please You, Sir, We Much Regret
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Royston Nash, D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, Valerie Masterson, Peggy Ann Jones, Kenneth Sandford, Pauline Wales

Minuet & Trio From String Quintet, Op. 13 No.5
Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger

Not Upset
Dario Marianelli, London Session Musicians

Symphony No. 100, "Military" 3. Menuet
Philharmonia Hungarica, Antal Doráti