Written by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in 1787 for a chamber ensemble of two violins, viola, and cello with optional double bass, but is often performed by a string orchestra, as it is in this recording.
KS1/2 idea: a good example for listening to the sound of an orchestra comprised only of string instruments. Also focus on contrast between short sounds and longer sounds (KS1) and repeating patterns (KS2).
Resource type: This is an Audio resource.
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