Leyendas: An Andean Walkabout

Gabriela Lena Frank · b. 1972 · American (Peruvian heritage)

For 2 violins, viola, cello

Level 7 · Diploma — about DipABRSM / ATCL · RCM ARCT, with the parts evenly matched

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Ensemble: String quartet
Hardest part: Balanced
Form: Full work
Length: About 21 min
Composed: 2001
Era: Contemporary · woman composer

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Six movements; also arranged for string orchestra

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