Impressions

Jennifer Higdon · b. 1962 · American

For 2 violins, viola, cello

Level 7 · Diploma — about DipABRSM / ATCL · RCM ARCT, for the violin 1 part

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Ensemble: String quartet
Hardest part: Violin 1
Form: Full work
Length: About 27 min
Composed: 2003
Era: Contemporary · woman composer

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Four movements: Bright Palette, Quiet Art, To the Point, Noted Canvas

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