String Quartet No. 7 (Shostakovich) | Top Tracks with Rolf

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Afternoon friends and music lovers, Rolf here! 🎻 Over the past few weeks, we've been sharing some of our favourite recordings with you from our extensive video catalogue.

🎶 I've chosen Shostakovich’s String Quartet No 7, dedicated to his first wife Nina. It starts with a motive of three repeated notes – reminiscent of Beethoven’s 5th Symphony – and many people interpret this as a ‘knock on the door’ or the authorities coming to take him away… this piece is the most concentrated of all his quartets and a visceral eleven minutes. An array of emotions can be heard in this piece, and so satisfying in that it really feels like it explores Shostakovich’s inner feelings very powerfully. We hope you enjoy!

💻 Stay tuned for more Top Tracks!

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Many thanks to:

RNZ Concert
Spark Productions

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Celebrating its 30th season in 2017, the New Zealand String Quartet has established an international reputation for its insightful interpretations, compelling communication, and dynamic performing style. The Quartet is known for its imaginative programming and for its powerful connection with audiences of all kinds.

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