The Fairy Queen (Purcell) No.1: Prelude - string quartet

Purcell  

Purcell composed this opera, which is based on 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' by Shakespeare, in 1692. Much of the instrumental music from the opera translates very well to a small ensemble arrangement and can be performed successfully by a competent group without a problem. This is number one of six and is a prelude.

Complete string catalogue arr. Austin Ralphson is here: www.ralphsonstrings.com