Mendelssohn's A major Quartet (Op. 13) uses a three-note motif from his song 'Frage' (Question) as a motto, appearing in the first and last movements.
Recording & Production
This recording was made at the Church of St Silas, Kentish Town, London NW5, on September 18 and 19, 1989.
Performer Biography
The Gabrieli String Quartet gave world premieres of works by several notable composers, including Benjamin Britten and William Alwyn.
Composer Biography
Felix Mendelssohn was a child prodigy, second only to Mozart in his natural gifts and prolific output.
Performer Biography
The Gabrieli String Quartet, founded in 1967 by violinist Kenneth Sillito, became one of the world's most renowned quartets with a busy international career.
Composition History
Although officially numbered as his First and Second, Mendelssohn's A major Quartet (Op. 13) was composed earlier than the E flat major Quartet (Op. 12).
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