Composer

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Johannes Brahms

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Quartet

Compose Date

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1862 - 1871

Average_duration

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12:58

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

Johannes Brahms composed his Quartets (3), Op. 64 in 1875. The quartets were premiered in Berlin on October 18, 1876, by the Joachim Quartet. The quartets are divided into four movements each and are written for two violins, viola, and cello. The first quartet in C minor, marked Allegro, opens with a dramatic and intense theme that is developed throughout the movement. The second movement, Scherzo, is a lively and playful dance in A-flat major. The third movement, Andante, is a beautiful and lyrical piece in E-flat major, featuring a solo violin melody. The final movement, Allegro comodo, is a lively and energetic piece that brings the quartet to a thrilling conclusion. The second quartet in A major, marked Allegro non troppo, opens with a bright and cheerful theme that is developed throughout the movement. The second movement, Scherzo, is a lively and playful dance in F-sharp minor. The third movement, Andante, is a beautiful and lyrical piece in D major, featuring a solo cello melody. The final movement, Vivace, is a lively and energetic piece that brings the quartet to a thrilling conclusion. The third quartet in B-flat major, marked Allegro non assai, opens with a bright and cheerful theme that is developed throughout the movement. The second movement, Scherzo, is a lively and playful dance in G minor. The third movement, Andante, is a beautiful and lyrical piece in E-flat major, featuring a solo viola melody. The final movement, Allegretto con grazia, is a lively and energetic piece that brings the quartet to a thrilling conclusion. Overall, Brahms' Quartets (3), Op. 64 are characterized by their beautiful melodies, intricate harmonies, and masterful use of counterpoint. They are considered some of the finest examples of chamber music ever written and continue to be performed and admired by musicians and audiences alike.

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