Motshwane Pege - The Lizard Catcher for String Quartet (2020) [Video]

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Performers:
Carin Jansen van Vuuren - violin 1
Tesmarie Kachelhoffer - violin 2
Ashleigh Botha - viola
Gerrit Koorsen - cello
Production:
The Vermeulens Photography & Film - videography and sound engineering
Programme Note:
Written in July 2020, this whimsical string quartet narrates a heated encounter between a dear friend and a room-invading lizard. The composition unfolds with the lizard's nonchalant entry, portrayed by playful pizzicato strings mimicking its movements and pauses, adding a touch of mystery. The protagonist's realisation of the intruder, marked by an exaggerated 'surprise' chord, sets the stage for a blistering battle as tension escalates with her preparing for the epic showdown armed with a broom - her weapon of choice. As the music progresses, we delve into a contrasting middle section depicting her internal struggles of fear, strategising, hesitation and overthinking. The final section of the quartet brings a sense of hope as she finally triumphs, capturing her elusive opponent. The victorious coda celebrates her conquest with triumphant musical motifs, concluding the musical journey on a playful note of sweet victory.
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[@kate_watson99]

a wonderful composition and performance!

[@MotshwanePege]

Thank you!!

[@irisr8229]

Wow!!! this is wonderful, great work Motshwane

[@MotshwanePege]

Thanks a lot!!

[@esmeraldadelange4151]

Wonderful work 👏🏻

[@MotshwanePege]

Thanks a lot!! 😊