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Richard Lane
Quartet for 4 violas
for 4 violas
- Level: intermediate
- Duration: 14'
- Genre: contemporary
- Composed: 1978
Reference: VA16
CHF30.00
Score and parts
Details
- Published: 2017
- Publisher: Editions Bim
- Movements:
- I. Allegro energico
- II. Adagio
- III. Allegretto
- IV. Allegro molto
- I. Allegro energico
Composer
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 suff... Read moreAbout Quartet for 4 violas
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.
