Dvorak: String Quartets 10 & 14

These Dvorřak Quartets are heard a little more frequently than most of the others. The composer's two last quartets, Opp. 105 and 106, are somewhat more serious in tone than most of the earlier ones. But they still have those gorgeous melodies, dance rhythms, and a sense of going somewhere at their own pace. Op. 51, composed right in the middle of Dvorřak's career, has more youthful fervor. If you've heard any of the discs in this series, you won't need any prompting to keep on buying them, since the music, stylish performances, and recording are all so excellent. If not, though, don't be afraid; they're a very cheap addiction. --Leslie Gerber