Forellenquintett • Trout Quintet • Quintetto »La Trota«

This 2023 release from Deutsche Grammophon is a reissue of the legendary 1976 recording of Franz Schubert’s Piano Quintet in A major, D. 667, known as the Trout Quintet. The recording brought together the virtuoso pianist Emil Gilels with members of the esteemed Amadeus Quartet, joined by bassist Rainer Zepperitz. Captured at the Jesus-Christus-Kirche in Berlin, the performance is widely regarded as one of the definitive interpretations of the chamber music repertoire, celebrated for its interplay of refined technique, lyrical warmth, and the effortless chemistry between the instrumentalists.

The Deutsche Grammophon label, synonymous with high-fidelity classical recording, has consistently maintained this performance in its catalog as a benchmark of the late 20th-century aesthetic. The 2023 edition serves to preserve this historical sonic achievement for modern audiophiles, presenting the original analog session with contemporary pressing standards. It reflects the label’s long-standing commitment to showcasing iconic artists who defined the mid-century European concert tradition, ensuring that the collaborative intimacy of Gilels and the Amadeus Quartet remains accessible to new generations of listeners.