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Two Quartets, op. 46 (parts only) - BSN/2VLA/CEL

Composer: Krommer, Franz

Publisher: Amadeus (Switzerland)

Edition: 57693

$76.00

Two Quartets, op. 46
for bassoon, two violas, and cello
by Franz Krommer (1759-1831) - Czech composer and violinist
Quartet #1 in Bb Major
I. Allegro
II. Andante
III. Menuetto & Trio
IV. Rondo- Allegretto
Quartet #2 in Eb Major
I. Allegro moderato
II. Adagio
III. Menuetto & Trio
IV. Rondo- Allegro

Edited by Bernhard Pauler. These two quartets, uniquely scored, are a welcome addition to the chamber music repertoire for bassoon. The strings' muted, dark timbre effectively offsets the almost 'solo' role of the Dulcian, which pulls out all the technical and lyrical stops. An 1807 review asserts that "Krommer's instrumental music is always sure of finding a large and appreciative audience, being written with vivacity, artistic skill, and a thorough knowledge of, and consideration for, the advantages of the instruments and of the players themselves."

This edition comes as parts only. There is no score. 

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