Webern Quartet- Rhythm and Metre

What is the tempo marking of the melody and what does it mean?

'Sehr Massig' meaning very moderate

What happens to the tempo throughout the piece?

frequent tempo changes at the start of new sections

What is the time signature?

Mainly in triple time although hard to clearly hear due to disrupted sense of pulse

What does the metre frequently change to?

quintuple or quadruple time

How is rhythm disrupted?

By rests as a result of the melody being based on three different rhythmic groupings.

Where are overlapping rhythmic units featured?

The development (climax)

How are the precise rhythms enhanced?

by tenuto, staccato, pause marks and a calando marking at the end.