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string quartette

 

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Noun string quartette has 1 sense
  1. string quartet, string quartette - an instrumental quartet with 2 violins and a viola and a cello
    --1 is a kind of quartet, quartette

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String Quartette

A string quartette refers to a musical group comprised of four musicians who play instruments from the string family, typically consisting of two violins, one viola, and one cello.

Meaning 1: Musical Ensemble

As a noun, a string quartette is an ensemble of four musicians playing string instruments, known for their performances of classical chamber music.

Example Sentence:

The renowned string quartette gave a mesmerizing performance of Beethoven's String Quartet No. 14.

Meaning 2: Composition

As a noun, a string quartette can also refer to a composition or musical piece written specifically for a string quartet ensemble.

Example Sentence:

Mozart's String Quartette in D Minor is considered one of the greatest compositions in the classical music repertoire.

Meaning 3: Group of Instruments

As a noun, a string quartette can also describe a group of four string instruments played together.

Example Sentence:

The violinist played a beautiful melody accompanied by a haunting sound of a string quartette.

Meaning 4: Playing in a String Quartet

As a verb, to string quartette means to play music in a quartet configuration using string instruments.

Example Sentence:

The talented cellist enjoys string quartetting on weekends with fellow musicians.

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