Fuga H-A-G-C

Carlos Chávez · 1899–1978 · Mexican

For violin, viola, cello, double bass

Also known as Fuga HAGC

Level 6 · Pre-diploma — about ARSM · RCM 10, with the parts evenly matched

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Ensemble: String quartet
Hardest part: Balanced
Form: Short piece
Length: About 3 min
Composed: 1964
Era: 20th century

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Short fugue for violin, viola, cello and double bass

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