Composer

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Quintet

Compose Date

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1787

Average_duration

:

5:17

The Movement for string quintet in A minor (fragment), K. Anh. 79 (515c) is a composition by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The exact date of composition is unknown, but it is believed to have been written in 1787. The piece was never completed, and only the first 45 bars of the first movement survive. The piece was likely intended for a string quintet, which consists of two violins, two violas, and a cello. The surviving fragment features a haunting melody played by the first violin, accompanied by the other instruments. The music is in a minor key, which gives it a melancholy and somber feel. The piece is divided into two main sections, with the first section featuring the main melody and the second section featuring a more complex and intricate interplay between the instruments. The music is characterized by Mozart's signature style, which is marked by its elegance, clarity, and emotional depth. Despite its incomplete state, the Movement for string quintet in A minor (fragment), K. Anh. 79 (515c) is still considered a valuable piece of music. It offers a glimpse into Mozart's creative process and showcases his mastery of the string quintet form. The surviving fragment has been performed and recorded by various ensembles, and it remains a popular piece among classical music enthusiasts.

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