Elena Ruehr
String Quartet No. 3
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Elena Ruehr
String Quartet No. 3
- Instrumentation String Quartet (2 Violins, Viola and Cello)
- Composer Elena Ruehr
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- Edition Score and Parts
- Publisher ECS Publishing
- Order no. ECS8485
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Description:
All four movements of this quartet have a basis in ancient traditional music from different parts of the world. The first movement's melody was composed on a small toy flute, making use of Middle Eastern fold techniques. The second was inspired by Hildegard of Bingen, weaving in canonic counterpoint and the spoken rhythm of a Latin prayer. The third and fourth movements both utilize African traditions, one melodically and one rhythmically. Duration: 24:00 Includes score and instrumental parts.