I. Allegro comodo

"These six string quartets recall Haydn, Beethoven and Mozart in their superior thematic workmanship and classical sense of balance. They've ranked among the best-kept secrets of quartet lovers for years, and only the comparative dearth of recordings has kept them from a wider public - Recording sound is outstanding. This is clearly the finest cycle of Cherubini's quartets" (Classics Today).
Classica-Répertoire 10. Penguin Guide 3 stars, outstanding. CD Compact: recommended.