Peter Maxwell Davies: Naxos Quartet No.2 (Parts)

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The second of the Quartets commissioned by the Naxos label was completed in January 2003. This work swings between nervous virtuosic energy to the serene calm of an extended Lento, with exotic harmonies reminiscent of Bartok, and is characterised by it's sharp and unpredictable contrasts.
First performed by the Maggini Quartet on 11 July 2003 at the Pittville Pump Room, Cheltenham, as part of the Cheltenham International Festival. This is the set of parts. A miniature score of the piece is available, catalogue number CH66594.

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Naxos Quartet No.2