Shostakovich, Dmitry 1906 - 1975 · Early 20th century

String Quartet No.2, Op.68

Op. 68

Early 20th century Quartets 35 minutes

Dedicated to Vissarion Shebalin.

Sheet music

Sheet music · public domain · 3 editions Open on IMSLP →

Composed

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First published

1945 Moscow: Muzgiz

Period

Early 20th century

Catalogue

Op. 68

Dedication

Vissarion Shebalin

Movements

4

Movements

As catalogued on IMSLP.

4 movements

1. I Overture: Moderato con moto
2. II Recitative and Romance: Adagio
3. III Valse: Allegro
4. IV Theme with Variations: Adagio

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