Schubert 200 by Alinde Quartett
accelerated project
A bold reimagining of Franz Schubert’s complete string quartets, intertwining classical tradition with new commissions to expand his legacy for modern audiences
timeline
Status
Ongoing, est. 2020
Location
Global Reach – incorporated in Germany
Focus Areas
Classical Music, Recording, Cultural Heritage
Active Members
Eugenia Ottaviano, violin
Guglielmo Dandolo Marchesi, violin
Gregor Hrabar, viola
Bartolomeo Dandolo Marchesi, cello
Key Partnerships
Hänssler Classic
Deutschlandfunk
Press Kit
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Schubert 200: 2020-2028 The String Quartets Projects, Vol. 1
Mission
Schubert 200 pays tribute to Franz Schubert’s legacy while opening space for new voices in chamber music. Alinde Quartett reintroduces Schubert’s quartets as active works—reinterpreted through contemporary commissions and presented as part of a living musical dialogue
Approach
Each Schubert quartet is recorded alongside newly composed works that respond to its themes and structure. Concert programs are designed as “mirrors,” pairing historical and contemporary pieces, and are presented through festival weekends, discussions, and performances across Europe
Impact
By bridging tradition and innovation, Schubert 200 expands the chamber repertoire and connects with intergenerational audiences. The project strengthens appreciation for classical music’s evolution while supporting the work of the composers and performers of today
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releases
2020: CD1, Thomas Kotcheff “unbegun” (2019)
2022: CD2, S.J Hankk “Fever Sketches” (2022)
2024: CD3, Bartolomeo Dandolo Marchesi “Ach Alinde!” (2023)
2020—2024
2025: CD4, Marc Migò Strings Quartet nr. 2 “Sardana - Quodlibet” (2023)
Recording and releasing the remaining 5th and 6th CDs to complete the anthology
2025 and beyond
roadmap
Alinde Quartett launched the Schubert 200 project, embarking on an ambitious journey to record Franz Schubert’s complete string quartets while commissioning contemporary composers to create “mirroring” works inspired by Schubert’s musical language.
2020
The first phase of recordings began, with Hänssler Classic and Deutschlandfunk as key production partners. The ensemble started performing Schubert quartets alongside newly commissioned works in live concert settings, refining their interpretative approach.
2021
Release of the first Schubert 200 album, featuring selected quartets and a commissioned work. The project gained attention across European concert halls and festivals, establishing its reputation as an innovative reimagining of Schubert’s legacy.
2022
Continued recording and performance tours, integrating audience engagement elements, such as pre-concert talks and educational workshops. Alinde Quartett expanded collaborations with contemporary composers to further explore Schubert’s influence in modern music.
2023
The third Schubert 200 album was completed, and the ensemble expanded performances to new venues, including major festivals in Germany, Italy, and Spain. A documentary film capturing the artistic and creative process behind the project was initiated.
2024
The final phases of recording will be completed, with the remaining two albums planned for release. The ensemble will bring Schubert 200 to a wider global audience through festival appearances, educational outreach, and multimedia initiatives, cementing its place as a pioneering project in chamber music interpretation and innovation.
2025 and beyond
quotes
“
Finding the ideal sound world for Schubert's quartets is by no means easy, yet the Alinde strikes a near-ideal balance between internal clarity and textural warmth, shone through by sparkling intonation.
Julian Haylock
The Strad
“
..the urgency of the interpretations that already characterized the first album reaches a high level of musical penetration in this recording as well… " The Schubert of the Alinde Quartet radiates an extraordinary naturalness, authenticity – as if this music could not be played any other way.
Guy Engels
Pizzicato
