Brahms String Quartet No. 2

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:String_Quartet
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Johannes_Brahms
gptkbp:analysis often analyzed in musicology
gptkbp:arrangements arranged for various ensembles
gptkbp:characteristics complex harmonies
emotional depth
lyrical melodies
rich textures
contrapuntal writing
gptkbp:composer gptkb:Johannes_Brahms
gptkbp:critical_reception considered a masterpiece
generally well-received
gptkbp:cultural_significance important work in chamber music repertoire
gptkbp:dedication To the memory of Robert Schumann
gptkbp:duration approximately 30 minutes
gptkbp:final_score published sheet music available
gptkbp:historical_context composed during Brahms' mature period
reflects the musical trends of the late 19th century
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Brahms String Quartet No. 2
gptkbp:influenced later composers
gptkbp:influenced_by gptkb:Beethoven
gptkb:Schumann
gptkbp:influences Romantic music
gptkbp:instrument gptkb:musician
two violins
gptkbp:key A minor
gptkbp:movement gptkb:Allegro
gptkb:Allegro_non_troppo
gptkb:Poco_Allegretto
gptkb:4
Andante moderato
gptkbp:notable_performance frequently performed in concerts
gptkbp:notable_performers gptkb:Tokyo_String_Quartet
gptkb:Guarneri_String_Quartet
gptkb:Emerson_String_Quartet
gptkbp:notable_recordings multiple recordings available
gptkbp:opus_number 51
gptkbp:performance often performed with period instruments
gptkbp:performed_by string quartet ensemble
gptkbp:premiere_date 1882
gptkbp:published_by Simrock
gptkbp:related_works gptkb:Brahms_Piano_Quintet
gptkb:Brahms_String_Quartet_No._1
gptkb:Brahms_String_Quintet_in_G_major
gptkbp:style gptkb:orchestra
gptkbp:year_composed 1881