Larsson's 'Late Autumn Leaves' was originally conceived to intersperse with poems by Ola Hansson (1860-1925), describing autumn.
Composer Biography
Lars-Erik Larsson, a prominent Swedish composer, is best known for his orchestral works like the Pastoral Suite (1938) and A God Disguised (1940).
Composer's Artistic Vision
Larsson's String Quartet No. 2, titled 'Quartetto alla serenata,' intentionally harks back to the old serenade style, emphasizing a lighthearted mood.
Composer Biography
Larsson studied with Alban Berg in Vienna and Leipzig in 1929-30, exposing him to the Second Viennese School and Germany's leading Neo-Classicist, Paul Hindemith.
Performer Biography
The Stenhammar Quartet, consisting of Peter Olofsson, Per Oman, Tony Bauer, and Mats Olofsson, focuses on Swedish music, often commissioning new works.
Compositional Technique
In the 'Canzonetta' movement of String Quartet No. 2, Larsson challenges performers with varied time signatures like 9/8, 5/8, and 4/8, alongside extensive pizzicato.
Recording & Production
This recording presents the first-ever complete version of 'Late Autumn Leaves,' including two newly discovered movements.
