Artflute String Quartet. String quartet “Inspiration Quartets of pre-revolutionary Russia

String Quartet - musical composition for four stringed instruments. The term also refers to a group of four people who play a piece for four string instruments. Almost always a string quartet consists of 2 violins, a viola and. The balance between this composition of instruments is perfect; other stringed instruments, such as the double bass, are not used due to its loud and heavy sound. This musical form is the most popular in chamber music; most major composers wrote string quartets.

Many other compositions of chamber music ensembles can be considered modifications of the string quartet:
string quintet - a string quartet with an additional viola, cello or double bass;
string trio - one violin, viola and cello;
piano quintet - string quartet with;
piano quartet - a string quartet in which one violin is replaced by a piano;
clarinet quintet - string quartet with clarinet.

History of the String Quartet

The string quartet originated in 18th century Italy, with composers such as Giovanni Battista Sammartini (1698-1775) composing music for two violins, viola and continuo. The role of continuo was played by either a harpsichord or a harpsichord and cello. Gradually, composers began to abandon the harpsichord. Alessandro Scarlatti wrote six works entitled "Sonata a Quattro per due Violini, Violetta, e Violoncello senza Cembalo" (Sonata for four instruments: two violins, viola and cello, without harpsichord), this was a natural transition to the string quatret.

The formation of the string quartet occurred in (1732-1809) he wrote many quartets and made this form very popular. His quartets from op.33 were written, in his words, “in a new and special style” in four movements.
The basic traditional form for, laid down by Haydn:
Part 1: quick in;
Part 2: slow;
3rd movement: minuet and trio;
4th movement: fast in sonata-rondo form.

Four musicians, usually playing two violins, a viola and a cello, are called String Quartet in Moscow. Usually these bands play classical works, but there are also those who play interpretations of modern songs or melodies, and there are also those who manage to perform rock hits. The latter sound very unusual and fresh when performed bowed instruments.

A string quartet in Moscow can be ordered for almost any social event: this group will look elegant and rich at presentations, exhibitions, and galleries. Having cooked romantic dinner for your loved one, you can complement it with the musical accompaniment of a quartet. A corporate evening is just as good to fill it with the charm of the sound of violins supported by a powerful viola and a sophisticated cello. The sounds of the “Mendelssohn March” performed by a string quartet in Moscow at a wedding will leave vivid memories of this day for many years.

When ordering a string quartet in Moscow on our website, you receive reliable information about all groups of this genre, reviews of past events, access to artist materials, photos and videos of performances, as well as a clear price for the performance, without any additional extra charges or payments. Our specialists will help you understand all the nuances of choosing musicians of a given genre, and if something remains unclear, they will answer all, even the most difficult questions.

When choosing string quartet in Moscow, pay attention to what audience they will work with. Is the repertoire of a particular group suitable for your event? Don't forget to check the reviews, they will be helpful when making your final decision. Contact the team in advance to agree on the repertoire or express your wishes. Perhaps, if you have your own preferences or want to include your favorite works in the performance, there will be a need for additional payment.

Our recommendation when choosing a string quartet in Moscow is to send a request not to one group, but to several at once. This way, you will have maximum options when it comes to selecting musicians that will suit your unique event.

Do you believe in fairy tales? A magical wedding is possible!

A wedding is the most memorable event in the life of any person. After all, the wedding will be the birthday new family, from this moment the countdown of all the most exciting and expensive events in life.

And also, the wedding becomes a kind of presentation of the new family to all relatives, friends and acquaintances. After all, you must admit, it’s tiring to visit everyone and hold shows. Therefore, it is so important to make this event a truly lively, bright, unforgettable holiday.

And where there is a holiday, there is music! Beautiful, tender, soul-stirring! What could be more beautiful than live music for the wedding! Beautiful classic melodies and beautiful costumes of musicians will help you organize a wedding in the old style.

If you want a modern celebration, then the Vivat string music quartet will specially select a repertoire that will be the ideal musical background for your holiday.

You will enjoy lively, magical, tender and fiery music performed by musicians of the highest level, winners of international competitions.

Incendiary music for a wedding will allow you and your guests to feel a real holiday and have fun with all your heart. You will never be able to forget this day if you invite a string quartet to your wedding. Music will fill the holiday with emotions, magic, and make it look like a fairy tale.

We live in a time when people lack real, sincere, good feelings and experiences. Nowadays you can find less and less genuine art and beauty. That’s why live music touches us so much, it leaves a good mark on our souls and helps us open up.

You can order a string quartet for on-site marriage registration in Moscow. Photo and video shooting will help you preserve these wonderful memories for life. You can also order a string trio for your wedding. The price is affordable in Moscow. We will select for you a unique repertoire that will not leave anyone indifferent!

String Quartet - musical ensemble of four string instruments: two violins, viola, cello. This is one of the most academic representatives of classical chamber ensembles. Almost all the great composers wrote works for the string quartet: V.A. Mozart, L.V. Beethoven, J. Brahms, A. Dvorak, D. Shostakovich and many others. A string quartet is not only a composition of instruments, but also an independent genre of academic (classical) music.

Quartet "Inspiration" - the highest skill of musicians

Playing in a quartet requires the highest skill, virtuosity, and ensemble coherence from the musicians. Experts know that a real string quartet takes years to “play.” This is the only way to create the incredibly beautiful combined sound of four stringed musical instruments. The highest skill and teamwork of the musicians of the Inspiration quartet is the result of their many years of cooperation. All musicians of the ensemble are artists of the Moscow State Academic symphony orchestra.

Classics and more

The quartet's repertoire is varied, it goes far beyond the scope of chamber academic music playing. Along with the traditional works of classical composers for string quartets, the musicians perform jazz compositions, famous pop hits, music from musicals and films.

Musical group for elite events

The musicians of the Inspiration quartet play acoustic instruments and do not use any electrical equipment in their work. The string quartet is real live music. IN summer time musicians often perform at outdoors. “Inspiration” is strict and elegant; the quartet’s musicians have an impressive appearance and perform in elegant tuxedos and concert dresses. This is a reputable group that can decorate an elite event with live music: a wedding, a banquet, a ball.

How and where does a string quartet perform?

The most common is the use of this ensemble as light musical background on "welcome" (the time allotted for gathering guests before the start of the holiday). The string quartet does not sound loud and fills the room with the unobtrusive sound of light popular music. classical music, and does not interfere with guests’ communication. A string quartet performance does not require sound equipment and can be easily placed in almost any room. This allows the ensemble to be used as live musical accompaniment for any banquet or buffet table. A string quartet is also invited to a wedding for musical accompaniment marriage registration ceremony (in last years The so-called “exit marriage registration” has become extremely popular, when the official ceremony is held not in the registry office, but directly in the banquet hall.) In the summer, the string quartet is often invited to perform in gardens and parks. However, when organizing a performance at open areas, you must always remember that strings musical instruments cannot tolerate high humidity and low temperatures. Performing outdoors is only possible in warm and dry times.