Composer

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Quartet

Compose Date

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1785

Average_duration

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6:51

The Movement for string quartet in A major (fragment), K. Anh. 72 (464a) is a composition by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The exact date of composition is unknown, but it is believed to have been written in 1783 or 1784. The piece was never completed, and only the first 18 bars of the first movement survive. The Movement for string quartet in A major (fragment), K. Anh. 72 (464a) was premiered posthumously in 1803, when it was published by Breitkopf & Härtel in Leipzig. The piece is often performed as a standalone fragment, and is sometimes paired with other Mozart fragments, such as the Adagio in B minor, K. Anh. 91 (516c). The Movement for string quartet in A major (fragment), K. Anh. 72 (464a) is characterized by its lively and energetic opening theme, which is played by the first violin. The second violin, viola, and cello then take turns playing variations on the theme, creating a sense of playful dialogue between the instruments. Despite its brevity, the Movement for string quartet in A major (fragment), K. Anh. 72 (464a) is a testament to Mozart's skill as a composer. The piece showcases his ability to create complex and engaging musical structures, even in a fragmentary form. It is a valuable addition to the canon of Mozart's works, and a testament to his enduring legacy as one of the greatest composers of all time.

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