to his operas. Both of his string quartets are brimful of restless, fervent emotion--each a ferment of ideas which buzz away relentlessly. Both were inspired by Janacék's feeling for womankind: the first quartet reflecting his reaction to Tolstoy's novel of a wife-murderer, The Kreutzer Sonata; the second filled with the youthful yearning that Janacék returned to in advanced years through his unrequited love for Kamila Stösslova. The celebrated Skampa Quartet isn't lacking when it comes to expressing urgency of emotion. There's some formidable playing here--virtuosic and well balanced, ensemble impeccable. But that urgency becomes almost too relentless. Pace and/or drive aren't the only ingredients for conveying passion. The tender moments, when they come (as at the magical opening of the second movement of "Intimate Letters") tend to lack that very intimacy and inner feeling. The performances aren't helped by the suffocatingly close recording, in an acoustic that is a mite soulless. So, an album to admire and recommend--but not to fall head over heels for--not least when the competition is so fierce in these works.--Andrew Green
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to his operas. Both of his string quartets are brimful of restless, fervent emotion--each a ferment of ideas which buzz away relentlessly. Both were inspired by Janacék's feeling for womankind: the first quartet reflecting his reaction to Tolstoy's novel of a wife-murderer,The Kreutzer Sonata; the second filled with the youthful yearning that Janacék returned to in advanced years through his unrequited love for Kamila Stösslova. The celebrated Skampa Quartet isn't lacking when it comes to expressing urgency of emotion. There's some formidable playing here--virtuosic and well balanced, ensemble impeccable. But that urgency becomes almost too relentless. Pace and/or drive aren't the only ingredients for conveying passion. The tender moments, when they come (as at the magical opening of the second movement of "Intimate Letters") tend to lack that very intimacy and inner feeling. The performances aren't helped by the suffocatingly close recording, in an acoustic that is a mite soulless. So, an album to admire and recommend--but not to fall head over heels for--not least when the competition is so fierce in these works.--Andrew Green
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i have worked in garages and driven these cars and they put a smile on my face everytime i drive them as they take corners well. forget the 1.2 though, go sporting!!...
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Advantages: Spacious on the inside and cheap to run Disadvantages: jumpy clutch
...This is my first car and i am very impressed. Having learnt to drive in a Clio and liking it a lot, i thought it would be ideal for my first car. However, mine drives totally different from the one i learnt it, but both cars are a lovely, smooth ride and it is a great choice for a first car.
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INSURANCE&TAX
This car has cheap insurance, especially for first time drivers. It is in a low insurance band and therefore i would highly recommend it to those who have a low insurance budget. Road tax is also cheap, currently i pay Ł66 for 6 months which considering the credit crunch, it is not too bad. I have found this a cheap car to run, but it doesnt look cheap and it definately doesnt feel cheap to drive.
PETROL CONSUMPTION
With this car being a 1.2, it is really good for fuel economy. It costs roughly Ł45 to fill up my tank...
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...The renault clio 1.2 5 door is my first car, for now over 4 years and I have loved every moment driving it.
Car Specs:
Make: Renault
Model: Clio
Variant: 1.2 Dynamique 16v 5dr
Colour: Black
Fueltype: Petrol
Bodytype: Hatchback
Transmission: Manual
Doors: 5
Power Steering, Electric Mirrors, Electric Windows, Adjustable Steering Column, Remote Central Locking, Immobiliser, Head Restraints, Height Adjustable Seat, Abs, Child Locks, Side Air Bags, Twin Air Bags, Air Conditioning, Folding Rear Seats, Rear Headrests, Cd Player, Front Fog Lamps, Metallic Paintwork and Alloy Wheels
I can't think of any more to mention!
My opinion:
The renault clio has been a lovely drive from the day I bought it. At a modest 1.2L engine, its light bodywork has meant it has not detracted from its acceleration. The car drives extremely smooth...
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