Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - String Quintets Nos. 3 & 5 (Kuss Quartet; Sào Soulez Larivière)

Information

• Enno Poppe - Aufstrich
• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - String Quintet No. 3 in C Major, K. 515
• Rebecca Saunders - Kiss
• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - String Quintet No. 5 in D Major, K. 593

Kuss Quartet

    Jana Kuss, violin

    Oliver Wille, violin

    William Coleman, viola

    Mikayel Hakhnazaryan, cello

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Sào Soulez Larivière, viola

Date: 2026

Label: Rubicon Classics

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The acclaimed Kuss Quartet, joined by violist Sào Soulez Larivière, continues their recording traversal of Mozart’s String Quintets. As with the first installment in the series, the ensemble frames Mozart's masterpiece works with two brief contemporary compositions: Aufstrich by Enno Poppe and Kiss by Rebecca Saunders, both of which were specifically commissioned by the Kuss Quartet for these recordings. This release thoughtfully bridges classic masterworks with modern innovation, highlighting the quartet's commitment to expanding the chamber repertoire while offering fresh context to Mozart's celebrated quintets.

The Kuss Quartet is renowned for its concept-driven programming, combining tradition with innovation to engage diverse audiences. Led by Jana Kuss and Oliver Wille, who have performed together for over three decades, alongside William Coleman and Mikayel Hakhnazaryan, the ensemble explores both core repertoire and contemporary works. Supported by grants, they have commissioned numerous compositions, collaborating with leading venues such as Wigmore Hall and Concertgebouw. Their projects often cross artistic boundaries, including interdisciplinary performances and new formats developed during the pandemic. Award-winning early in their career, they remain influential performers and educators, fostering new generations through teaching and masterclasses.

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