Composer

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Frank Bridge

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Quartet

Average_duration

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13:50

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

Frank Bridge's 'Idylls (3) for string quartet, H 67' is a collection of three pieces composed in 1906. The work was premiered in London on March 26, 1907, by the English String Quartet. The three movements are titled 'Allegretto moderato', 'Allegro con moto', and 'Allegro moderato'. The first movement, 'Allegretto moderato', is characterized by its gentle and lyrical melody. The opening theme is introduced by the first violin and is then passed on to the other instruments. The movement is in sonata form, with a development section that explores the themes introduced in the exposition. The movement ends with a recapitulation of the opening theme. The second movement, 'Allegro con moto', is more energetic and lively than the first. The movement is in a modified sonata form, with a development section that features a fugato. The movement is characterized by its rhythmic drive and the use of syncopation. The movement ends with a coda that brings back the opening theme. The final movement, 'Allegro moderato', is the most complex of the three. The movement is in rondo form, with a recurring theme that is interspersed with contrasting sections. The movement features a wide range of emotions, from the melancholic to the joyful. The movement ends with a coda that brings back the opening theme of the first movement. Overall, 'Idylls (3) for string quartet, H 67' is a work that showcases Bridge's skill in writing for the string quartet. The work is characterized by its lyrical melodies, rhythmic drive, and complex harmonies. The work is a testament to Bridge's ability to create music that is both emotionally engaging and intellectually stimulating.

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