Composer

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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String Quartet

Compose Date

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1773

Average_duration

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14:23

Movement_count

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4

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart composed his String Quartet No. 11 in E flat major, K. 171 in 1773, when he was just 17 years old. The piece was premiered in Vienna, Austria, on January 17, 1774, by a quartet consisting of Mozart himself on viola, alongside violinists Franz Anton Hoffmeister and Johann Baptist Antonin Kucharz, and cellist Franz Xaver Hammer. The quartet is comprised of four movements, each with its own distinct character and mood. The first movement, marked Allegro, is a lively and energetic sonata form with a memorable opening theme that is passed between the instruments. The second movement, marked Andante, is a lyrical and expressive theme and variations, with the theme introduced by the first violin and then developed by the other instruments. The third movement, marked Menuetto, is a graceful and elegant minuet and trio, with a charming melody that is passed between the instruments. The final movement, marked Allegro, is a lively and playful rondo, with a catchy main theme that is repeated throughout the movement. The String Quartet No. 11 in E flat major, K. 171 is a prime example of Mozart's early chamber music style, characterized by its clarity, balance, and elegance. The quartet showcases Mozart's mastery of form and structure, as well as his ability to create memorable melodies and harmonies. The piece also demonstrates Mozart's skill in writing for each individual instrument, with each part given equal importance and opportunity to shine. Overall, the String Quartet No. 11 in E flat major, K. 171 is a delightful and charming work that showcases Mozart's early genius and sets the stage for his later masterpieces in the genre.

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