A rich and magnificent Haydn collection by the highly acclaimed Quartetto Armonico. Formed by classmates at the Tokyo University of the Arts, Quartetto Armonico is a masterful string quartet with a brilliant track record, including first prize at the 4th International Competition "Franz Schubert and Modern Music" and second prize at the 8th London International String Quartet Competition. In 2025, they celebrated their 30th anniversary. This album features three of Haydn’s gems—works that serve as the very foundation of the string quartet genre. It showcases the comfortable, rich resonance and precise ensemble work that the quartet has refined over many years. Through their fresh and fluent performance, they bring to life a unique musical world. We invite you to experience the sound of Quartetto Armonico, whose music continues to gain even greater depth as they move beyond their 30th year.