In form and in concept, “The Dolphin Miniatures” are about as far as you can get from Schoenberg’s String Quartet no. 1, opus 7. Ranging in scale from 48 seconds to 5 minutes, these miniatures vividly paint a variety of charming and childlike images in as few notes as possible. After this 23-minute set, one is left with delight, glee, and a hint of nostalgia. However, in the same way that an appetizer stirs hunger, these miniature and lighthearted stories make one wonder: what would it feel like to hear a story that digs in and doesn’t give up, that expresses a wider and more substantial range of emotion? Thus, the stage is set perfectly for Schoenberg’s String Quartet no. 1, opus 7. Written in a continuous, 50-minute form, this massive work explores a single theme from every angle imaginable. From the turbulent opening measure to the heart-gripping ascension of the conclusion, it does the exact opposite of “The Dolphin Miniatures” by embracing and fully developing every possibility for musical exploration. These two works paired together highlight each other’s strengths and formal oddities, emphasizing the fantastic range of storytelling that a string quartet can accomplish.