Composer

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Franz Joseph Haydn

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Quartet

Compose Date

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1771

Average_duration

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21:27

Movement_count

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4

Movement ....

Franz Joseph Haydn's String Quartet No. 18 in E major, Op. 17/1 (H. 3/25) was composed in 1771. It is the first of a set of six quartets that Haydn dedicated to the Hungarian Count Anton Apponyi. The quartet premiered in Vienna in the same year it was composed. The quartet consists of four movements. The first movement, marked Allegro moderato, is in sonata form and begins with a lively and energetic theme that is passed between the instruments. The second theme is more lyrical and is introduced by the first violin. The development section explores the themes further, and the movement ends with a recapitulation of the main themes. The second movement, marked Adagio, is a slow and expressive piece that features a beautiful melody played by the first violin. The other instruments provide a delicate accompaniment, and the movement ends with a gentle coda. The third movement, marked Menuetto, is a lively dance in triple meter. The main theme is introduced by the first violin and is then passed between the instruments. The trio section is more subdued and features a contrasting melody. The final movement, marked Presto, is a fast and energetic piece that features a lively theme played by the first violin. The other instruments provide a driving accompaniment, and the movement ends with a lively coda. Haydn's String Quartet No. 18 in E major is a prime example of his mastery of the string quartet form. The quartet is characterized by its lively and energetic themes, beautiful melodies, and intricate interplay between the instruments. It is a testament to Haydn's skill as a composer and his ability to create music that is both technically impressive and emotionally engaging.

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