DMITRI SHOSTAKOVICH

In what ways does Dmitri Shostakovich use the string quartet to express dissent?

In what ways does Dmitri Shostakovich use the string quartet to express dissent?

Introduction

A string quartet is a musical ensemble of four stringed instruments, usually two violins, a viola and a cello, or a musical piece written to be played by a group like this. The string quartet is the set of music chamber more prominent in classical music. This form began to be used in the second half of the eighteenth century and was originally invented by Joseph Haydn. It was very successful in Europe and then worldwide.

Discussion

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