Pizzazz - for string quartet (2019)
Duration: ca. 4'35"
Program Notes:
I have always loved the second movement of Ravel’s string quartet. Fascinated by the charm and precision of pizzicato strings, I begin this piece with tutti pizzicato, with everyone playing equal parts to carry the uplifting yet mischievous melodies while the others provide a playful and driving accompaniment.
The slow middle section strives to give each instrument its own unique melodic line that weaves together into a lush, full sound to contrast the previous intensity and forward momentum.
The melodic interlude eventually returns back to the playful original theme, dashing through the final portion of this piece!
- Recording musicians: Invoke Quartet
- Audio Recording produced by Golden Hornet
