O quarteto de cordas
Example: O quarteto de cordas tocou uma peça clássica no concerto.
Definition
"O quarteto de cordas" refers to a musical ensemble consisting of four string instruments, typically two violins, one viola, and one cello, that perform classical or contemporary compositions together.
Etymology
The phrase "o quarteto de cordas" originates from Portuguese, where "quarteto" means quartet, derived from Latin "quartus" meaning fourth, and "cordas" means strings, from Latin "chorda" meaning string or cord. Did you know that the string quartet became a popular ensemble format in the 18th century, especially through composers like Haydn?
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