Composer

:

Franz Schubert

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Quartet

Compose Date

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1816

Average_duration

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21:49

Movement_count

:

4

Movement ....

Franz Schubert's String Quartet No. 11 in E major, D. 353, Op. posth. 125/2, was composed in 1816 when Schubert was just 19 years old. The piece was not published during his lifetime and was only discovered and published posthumously in 1890. The quartet consists of four movements: 1. Allegro con fuoco 2. Andante 3. Menuetto: Allegro vivace 4. Allegro The first movement, Allegro con fuoco, begins with a lively and energetic theme played by the first violin. The second violin and viola then join in with a counterpoint melody, while the cello provides a steady bass line. The movement features several key changes and a development section that explores the themes introduced in the exposition. The movement ends with a fiery coda that brings the piece to a thrilling conclusion. The second movement, Andante, is a lyrical and expressive piece that showcases Schubert's gift for melody. The first violin takes the lead with a beautiful, singing melody that is echoed by the other instruments. The movement features several variations on the main theme, with each instrument taking turns playing the melody. The third movement, Menuetto: Allegro vivace, is a lively and playful dance in triple meter. The movement features a contrasting trio section that is more subdued and lyrical. The main theme returns for a brief reprise before the movement comes to a close. The final movement, Allegro, is a fast and energetic piece that brings the quartet to a thrilling conclusion. The movement features a lively main theme that is developed throughout the movement, with each instrument taking turns playing the melody. The movement ends with a triumphant coda that brings the piece to a rousing finish. Overall, Schubert's String Quartet No. 11 in E major is a youthful and exuberant work that showcases the composer's gift for melody and his mastery of form. Despite its posthumous publication, the quartet has become a beloved part of the string quartet repertoire and is frequently performed and recorded today.

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