Two early quartets of
Mendelssohn
and
Tchaikovsky
Both are masterpieces of the Romantic period: sonorous, melodious and passionate.
Mendelssohn Quartet no. 2 in A major, op. 13
Mendelssohn wrote his second quartet in 1827. He was 18 years old and had already published several masterpieces: the Octet op. 20 and the Overture to A Midsummer Night's Dream to name two. The quartet is constructed around a recurring melody from a song that Mendelssohn had written a few months earlier. The second quartet is regarded by musical critics as a landmark in 'cyclical' composition. It is a delight to hear.
Tchaikovsky Quartet no. 1 in D major op. 11
Tchaikovsky wrote three quartets. His first was written in 1871 when the composer was 31. The second movement, Andante Cantabile, is often played as a separate piece and has numerous anecdotes attached to it. According to Tchaikovsky,
“…Tolstoy, sitting next to me and listening to the Andante of my First Quartet, burst into tears"
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Etiquette: No photos allowed during the main performance. But photos may be taken during encore.
Children: Children aged eight years and older may attend the concert depending on the suitability of the program. Smaller children may be left with the nanny on the premises.
Cancellations and credits: Credit for future concerts will be allowed in the event of illness.
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