Statements (59)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:musical_composition
|
| gptkbp:available_formats |
sheet music
digital recording |
| gptkbp:characteristics |
rhythmic complexity
complex rhythms thematic development use of motifs extended techniques layered textures dramatic contrasts use of silence varied dynamics dissonant harmonies innovative structure lyrical passages contrapuntal textures use of microtones exploration of timbre interplay between instruments expressive range use of improvisation exploration of cultural themes influence of folk music non-traditional forms use of silence and space frequent tempo changes exploration of dissonance integration of jazz elements emphasis on communication between players exploration of silence as a musical element focus on individual voices within the ensemble intense emotional content use of unconventional playing techniques |
| gptkbp:composer |
gptkb:Elliott_Carter
|
| gptkbp:critical_reception |
generally positive
|
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
significant in contemporary music circles
|
| gptkbp:dedication |
to the Juilliard String Quartet
|
| gptkbp:duration |
approximately 20 minutes
|
| gptkbp:filming_location |
gptkb:Borough
|
| gptkbp:genre |
gptkb:orchestra
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
String Quartet (1988)
|
| gptkbp:influenced_artists |
many contemporary composers
|
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
serialism
|
| gptkbp:influences |
modern classical music
|
| gptkbp:instrument |
gptkb:musician
two violins |
| gptkbp:movement |
four
|
| gptkbp:notable_performers |
gptkb:Juilliard_String_Quartet
|
| gptkbp:notable_recordings |
performed by the Kronos Quartet
performed by the Emerson String Quartet |
| gptkbp:performed_by |
various string quartets
|
| gptkbp:premiere |
gptkb:1986
|
| gptkbp:publisher |
gptkb:C._F._Peters_Corporation
|
| gptkbp:record_label |
gptkb:Naxos_Records
|
| gptkbp:related_to |
Elliott Carter's other works
|
| gptkbp:style |
contemporary classical
|
| gptkbp:year |
gptkb:1988
|
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Lutosławski's_quartets
|
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
7
|