Composer

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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String Quintet

Compose Date

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1791

Average_duration

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25:37

Movement_count

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4

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart composed his Quintet for 2 violins, 2 violas & cello No. 6 in E flat major, K. 614 in 1791, during the final year of his life. The piece was premiered on April 12, 1791, in Vienna, with Mozart himself playing the viola part. The quintet consists of three movements: I. Allegro di molto II. Andante III. Allegro The first movement, Allegro di molto, is in sonata form and begins with a lively and energetic theme presented by the first violin. The second violin and viola then join in with a counterpoint, followed by the cello. The development section explores various themes and modulations before returning to the recapitulation of the main theme. The second movement, Andante, is a beautiful and lyrical piece in E flat major. The violins and violas take turns playing the melody, accompanied by the cello. The movement is characterized by its simplicity and elegance, with a sense of melancholy and nostalgia. The final movement, Allegro, is a lively and playful piece in rondo form. The main theme is presented by the first violin and is then repeated and developed by the other instruments. The movement is full of energy and excitement, with sudden shifts in dynamics and tempo. Overall, Mozart's Quintet for 2 violins, 2 violas & cello No. 6 in E flat major, K. 614 is a masterpiece of chamber music. It showcases Mozart's skill in writing for string instruments, with beautiful melodies, intricate counterpoint, and a sense of balance and harmony between the instruments. The piece is characterized by its elegance, simplicity, and emotional depth, and remains a beloved work in the chamber music repertoire.

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