Listening (Crawford, String Quartet 1931, Mvt. 3

Crawford's string quartet has a sound that is very combined. It seems like each player is about a beat behind each other. This sound gives the composition a dragging sound. While at times there are some melodic lines the piece tends to drag more and more. It almost creates a drone in the song because one player is always holding out a sustain note. This effect allows for the audience to get the true sense of the music. Additionally, the quartet is a good way to connect with the audience and give them a more personal experience.