V5 - QUINTET FOR VIBRAPHONE AND STRING QUARTET
for vibraphone and string quartet
 
A Rare Contemporary Quintet for Vibraphone and Strings
V5 – Quintet for Vibraphone and String Quartet (1995) by Lior Navok is a 17-minute work in five movements, exploring two main themes that transform across contrasting atmospheres. The mellow resonance of the vibraphone blends with the string quartet to create a misty, haunting sound world, predominantly dreamy and ethereal, yet punctuated by energetic and humorous moments in the second and fourth movements. The piece offers a rare and compelling addition to the contemporary repertoire for vibraphone and string quartet.
 
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About the Music
The vibraphone’s resonance entwined with the string quartet creates an uncommon harmony. Mellow strings blend with the vibraphone, conjuring a misty, haunting atmosphere. The quintet spans five movements, each exploring variations of two main themes. It is ideal for professional chamber players and advanced students exploring blend, color, and ensemble sensitivity. This unique instrumentation works well in contemporary chamber concerts, mixed‑instrument programs, and recitals seeking an atmospheric, unusual ensemble combination. It is suitable for auditions and competitions that value coloristic writing, ensemble coordination, and expressive pacing, proving highly effective in resonant halls where the vibraphone and string quartet can merge into a unified sound world.
 
Program Notes
The vibraphone's resonance entwined with the string quartet creates an uncommon harmony. Mellow strings blend with the vibraphone, conjuring a misty, haunting atmosphere. The quintet spans five movements, each exploring variations of two main themes. Predominantly dreamy and ethereal, the composition also reveals bursts of energy and humor, notably in the second and fourth movements.
 
Specifications
Duration: 17 minutes
Year Composed: 1995
Instrumentation: Vibraphone, 2 Violins, Viola and Cello
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Product Information
Hard Copy (Score and Parts)
Condition: New
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