Musical Unrest: From Perpetual Motion to Peace

Musaeus with guests Nigel Boehm,  cello, Ronelle Schaufele, violin

From its exotic-sounding opening through its innovative harmonies, Beethoven’s String Quartet in E Flat Major, nicknamed the “Harp”, is a work of endearing elegance.  Its heightened expressiveness captivates the listener with unexpected contrasts.  The finesse of Beethoven’s composing at this point in his life hints at a maturity far beyond his age.  The Harp String Quartet is angelic to hear, and devilish to play.

Who says Romantic composers aren’t actually romantic?  Brahms string sextet #2 in G major has a little secret: it includes a reference to Agathe von Seibold, to whom Brahms had been briefly engaged some years previously.  In the first movement, the notes A-G-A-H-E appear, spelling Agathe’s name.   From its exotic opening to its melodic contrasts, this work never fails to captivate.

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