In three movements Schnittke's3rd string quartet weaves elements of Beethoven, Lassus and Shostakovich into a work all its own. Catch the imposing piece performed by the Pacifica Quartet on Friday's program.
Of Note for Friday, May 8: Schnittke Weaves
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