
Richard Lane
Quartet for 4 violas
for 4 violas
Level: intermediate
Duration: 14'
Series
Richard Lane Series
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The four movements of this charismatic suite Quartet for violas demonstrate that Richard Lane was inspired by master composers who have created the milestones of music history but show he was also cognizant of the harmonic practices of his own time, without relying on fashionable musical trends.
Lane’s music is characterised by subtle interlaced melodies which are supported by rich American harmonic textures that captivate the listener’s soul quickly and inspire an emotional response while allowing freedom for performers to share their expressive intent.
This work is dedicated to Myron Rosenblum, founder of the American Viola Society.
- Composed
- 1978
- Genre
- contemporary
- Published
- 2017
- Movements
- I. Allegro energico
II. Adagio
III. Allegretto
IV. Allegro molto - Publisher
- Editions Bim

Richard Lane (1933-2004)
On September 3, 2004, a police patrol intercepted a convertible Ford Mustang that was zigzagging out of control. Richard Lane had just left Cape Cod, where he spent his summers composing, and suffered a stroke while driving back to his home in Paterson, New Jersey. He was urgently taken to Newark University Hospital, but nine days later, he passed... Read moreWe also recommend

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