Publisher's Synopsis
String Quartet No. 13 in B-Flat major, Op. 130, by Ludwig van Beethoven was completed (in its final form) in November 1826. Beethoven originally wrote the work in six movements: I. Adagio, ma non troppo - Allegro (B-Flat major) II. Presto (B-Flat minor) III. Andante con moto, ma non troppo. Poco scherzoso (D-Flat major) IV. Alla danza tedesca. Allegro assai (G major) Ludwig van Beethoven (1770 - 1827) was a seminal German composer. He had a significant influence on the transition from the Classical to the Romantic era of music, and to this day he is considered to be one the most celebrated and important composers of all time. This volume is highly recommended for fans of Beethoven's music, and it constitutes a must-have for collectors of important classical scores. Classic Music Collection constitutes an extensive library of the most well-known and universally enjoyed works of classical music ever composed, reproduced from authoritative editions for the enjoyment of musicians and music students the world over. This edition also includes an introductory biography of Beethoven written by Joseph Otten. V. Cavatina. Adagio molto espressivo (E-Flat major) VI. Große Fuge (Grande Fugue Op.133): Ouverture. Allegro - Meno mosso e moderato - Allegretto - Fuga. [Allegro] - Meno mosso e moderato - Allegro molto e con brio - Allegro (B-Flat)
