I first listened to the third movement of this work after having played it for the first time in a chamber group. Initially I thought of it as just a pretty melody, something one could easily fall asleep too. But, I feel now that as I’ve grown, and gained more “pathos” (if you will), it’s such a bittersweet movement. I liken to waving a loved one goodbye, as if it would be the last time I would see them. All that remains is the wonderful feeling of having known that person, even if they are now gone.
The playing in this recording isn’t stellar, but the audio quality is decent. Overall it gets the job done in representing my referential description above. I personally have listened to The Emerson’s recording the most, but the Beaux Arts Trio has a nice recording as well.