There are 6 movements in this concerto gross and all parts gets the tune at some point. All parts shift out of first position and there is some use of 4th position.
The complete Suite can be tackled by pupils of Grade 8 standard, while the Courante and two Menuets are accessible to Grade 6 pupils.
Each of the six movements has its own character. All require fine bow control and a variety of different articulations, including repeated patterns, uneven bowing and string-crossings.
The Suite can serve as a useful introduction to stylistically appropriate concepts of phrasing and dynamics.
A 20th century lyrical piece.
The movements are: Allegro ma non troppo; Adagio – presto – adagio; Allegro appassionato.
The piano part requires an experienced pianist.
A most genial example of a string quartet. As with many Haydn quartets the opportunity for 1st violin virtuosity is abundant, yet never above 3rd position.
Allegro di molto: This movement opens with a unison sotto voce passage and dissolves into fast triplet arpeggiations, at times in opposing pairs. There is a tricky 2nd violin passage later that would need attention.
Un poco adagio affetuoso: A stunning theme and variations, one for each of the four voices, culminating in a truly heart-rending climax
Menuetto e Trio alla Zingarese: Wicked cross-rhythms interchanging between alternating pairs give the players lots of fun – if not trouble. The Trio is cello led, delightful conversational running quavers
Presto scherzando: Nimble fingers are required in the 1st violin part and good use of spiccato in all parts. Virtuosic string writing yet employed for a witty result. Great fun had by all and gently disappears at the conclusion.
