Quadrivial
for flute, violin, cello and piano (1997)
preparation of the pianoQuadrivial is an adaptation of the piece double.
The work focuses on the communication between the pianist and the other three
players. The piano is prepared with the hairs of a bow in order to produce
long string like sounds. In the climax of the piece, the pianist grabs a mallet
and a fast percussive reacting between the flute, violin, cello and the pianist
takes place. These theatrical gestures are written down in the score.