Briefly describe the development of the string quartet. How would you relate this chamber ensemble to modern performing groups such as the jazz quartet? Or to a rock ensemble? What are some of the similarities and differences? Refer to the listening examples in the Special Focus to support your conclusions.
Listening examples:
- String Quartet in E-Flat, No. 2 ("Joke") by Haydn
- String Quartet in C Minor by Beethoven
- String Quartet No. 2, Op. 17 by Bartok