String Quintet, Op. 4 (Beethoven) substantial ones in the development, reprise, and ending. The ensuing Andante employs new themes and involves significant changes in the ones retained. The Scherzo and finale are also substantially different: among other alterations, a second trio was added to the former and a new alternate theme was inserted in the latter. The quintet is structured in four movements: The work is scored for two violins, two violas and cello. A typical performance lasts for about 30 minutes. String Quintet, Op. 4 (Beethoven) The String Quintet in E-flat major, Op. 4, was composed by Ludwig van Beethoven in 1795. It was
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