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The enigmatic theme Love and Death reveals the confrontation of two of human nature‘s unknowns in the works of composers of genius. The seductive courting of the matador before a final paso doble with the bull, a bouquet of mourning flowers written overnight for a deceased friend, intoxicated love leading to an atrocious murder and, finally, Death as lover and saviour from the pain of his suffering bride. Two little Kurtág bridges both work as mind cleansers before leading the listener to the next tableau, as well as being little jewels in themselves, posing more questions rather than providing answers. Although all these masterpieces differ greatly, one may question whether it is the very nature of love and death which confers in them a common thread of eternity. Commended for poetic lyricism, haunting intensity and stylistic understanding, the British based Navarra String Quartet (NSQ) distinguishes itself as one of the leading ensembles of its generation. Taking its name from a bottle of red from the wine region famously known for its multi-coloured landscapes, the Quartet’s diverse cultural backgrounds are united in serving the music with relentless passion and commitment.