String Quartet in D Major, II

This movement is built around a mellow, descending theme that sets a calm, soulful atmosphere right from the start. The main melody has a gentle, Mozart-like charm — simple, balanced, and easy to recognize each time it returns. The rondo moves through two contrasting episodes: D major descends further into the reflective mood. E minor adds a touch of tension, Each return of the main theme feels a little more expressive, leading to a final, enriched statement that closes the movement with a s