Barenreiter Suk Josef - Meditation On The Old Czech Hymn "ST Wenceslas" Op.35a - Conducteur
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Summary of This Score
With Meditation on the Old Czech Hymn "St Wenceslas" for String Quartet op. 35a, Josef Suk (second violin of the Bohemian String Quartet) offers an intense and contemplative piece, built around the ancient Bohemian hymn dedicated to Saint Wenceslas. In 1914, while the ensemble was to open its concerts with the Austrian national anthem, Suk chose to complement this imposed passage with a meditation carried by an emblematic sacred melody: a prayer for the well-being of the Czech people, addressed to their patron saint. Premiered on September 27, 1914 by the Bohemian String Quartet, this single-movement work highlights the collective sound of the string quartet, the art of legato, mastery of dynamics, and a keen sense of musical breathing. This Urtext score is designed for musicians seeking a reliable, clear edition suited for detailed work, whether for concert performance or study of early 20th-century Czech style.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Classical | ||
| Composer | Josef Suk | Genre | Classical Score (chamber music) |
| Arranger | Nouza, Zdenek (editor) | Languages | Czech, English, German |
| Edition | Urtext Edition (study score) | Pages | XI + 6 pages |
| Instrumentation | String Quartet | Year of Publication | 1914 |
Questions frequently asked
What training is required to perform this Meditation by Josef Suk?
The work is written for string quartet. The score emphasizes ensemble sound, legato, and dynamics.
Does this edition contain the separate parts for the quartet?
The description indicates an Urtext study score of XI + 6 pages, with no mention of separate parts.
What is the origin of Meditation on the Old Czech Hymn « St Wenceslas » op. 35a?
Composed in 1914, this single-movement piece is based on the ancient Bohemian hymn dedicated to Saint Wenceslas. It was premiered on September 27, 1914, by the Bohemian String Quartet. The composition context suggests a prayer for the Czech people.
In which languages are the texts of this Bärenreiter edition?
The editorial materials are provided in Czech, English, and German.
Is the edition suitable for detailed chamber music study?
The Urtext edition, prepared by Zdenek Nouza, is designed for the study of early 20th-century Czech style and for concert performance preparation.
