Composers H to M

(Click on composer's name for details & soundbites)

Joseph Haas (1879-1960)

Divertimento in D Major for String Trio, Op.22

First rate, early modern (1909) masterwork. Expanding traditional tonality, full of humor and very effective.

Joseph Haas (1879-1960)

String Quartet in A Major, Op.50

Hailed by the famous chamber music critic Wilhelm Altmann as a modern masterpiece. A very good work.

Reynaldo Hahn (1875-1947)

Piano Quintet in f# minor

By turns dramatic and elegant and at times suffused with an exotic French perfume. An early modern masterwork.

Emil Hartmann (1836-1898)

Piano Trio in B flat Major, Op.10

A fine mid-romantic trio which would be in the concert repertoire had it been written by someone better known.

 Peter Heise (1830-1879)

Two Fantasy Pieces for Cello & Piano

Typical of their genre. Schumannesque, with appealing melodies and effective writing.

 Peter Heise (1830-1879)

Cello Sonata in a minor (1867)

A very valuable addition to the mid-romantic cello repertoire. Captivating melodies & good cello writing.

 Peter Heise (1830-1879)

Piano Trio in E flat Major (1869)

Full of youthful energy and vigor. Combines classical form with romantic expression often with Nordic folk melodies.

 Peter Heise (1830-1879)

Piano Quintet in F Major-World Premiere Edition

A superb mid romantic work in the tradition of Mendelssohn and Schumann. Definitely first rate

 Fanny Mendelssohn Hensel (1805-1847)

Piano Trio in d minor, Op.11

A surprising find and beautiful romantic trio by Felix's older sister.

 Adolph Henselt (1814-1889)

Piano Trio in a minor, Op.24

Praised by Schumann, this fine work is full of lovely melodies, excitement and drama. First class all the way.

Louise Heritte-Viardot (1841-1918)

Piano Quartet No.2 in D Major, Op.11 "The Spanish"

A fine, atmospheric work full of lovely Spanish melodies and dance rhythms. Very effectively written.

Heinrich von Herzogenberg (1843-1900)

Cello Sonata No.3 in E flat Major, Op.94

Heralded by the Editor of the Chamber Music Journal as every good as the Brahms sonatas. Definite recital piece.

 Heinrich von Herzogenberg (1843-1900)

String Trio No.1 in A Major, Op.27 No.1

Though it was unusual for Brahms to publicly praise anyone else's work, he praised H's rich and original trio.

 Heinrich von Herzogenberg (1843-1900)

String Trio No.2 in F Major, Op.27 No.2

This string trio along with its companion No.1, must be considered one of the best from the Romantic era.

Heinrich von Herzogenberg  (1843-1900)

String Quartet No.1 in d minor, Op.18

Quite original and fresh-sounding. Composed before he came under the influence of Brahms.

 Heinrich von Herzogenberg  (1843-1900)

String Quartet No.2 in g minor, Op.42 No.1

Influenced by Brahms, yet extraordinarily original and fresh-sounding. First rate from start to finish.

Heinrich von Herzogenberg (1843-1900)

Piano Trio No.1 in c minor, Op.24

Here is a lovely work with fine part-writing which belongs in the repertoire and unjustly neglected masterpiece

Heinrich von Herzogenberg (1843-1900)

Piano Trio No.2 in d minor, Op.36

A big, late romantic work of the first order. It belongs in the concert repertoire, a shame that is has been ignored

Heinrich von Herzogenberg (1843-1900)

Piano Quartet No.1 in e minor, Op.75

A dark and brooding, Brahmsian work written during his wife's final illness. First rate from start to finish

Heinrich von Herzogenberg (1843-1900)

Trio for Oboe, Horn & Piano in D Major, Op.61

The Chamber Music Journal calls it a little masterwork. Superbly crafted, unsurpassed part-writing.

Heinrich von Herzogenberg (1843-1900)

Quintet for Piano & Winds in E flat Major, Op.43

An important and substantial work for this little served combination. Superb use of all instruments, fine melodies

Alfred Hill (1869-1960)

String Quartet No.1 in B flat Major, "Maori"

Combines New Zealand Maori folk melody with late 19th century German romantic craftsmanship. Fresh & original.

Alfred Hill (1869-1960)

String Quartet No.2 in g minor, "A Maori Legend"

Echoes of Dvorak & Tchaikovsky combined New Zealand Maori folk melody. Fine part-writing, very appealing

Joseph Holbrooke (1878-1958)

String Quartet No.1, Fantasy in d minor, Op.17b

A spirited work, well-written, fun to play. Fresh & original ideas expressed in an appealing way.

Julius Hopfe (1817-1891)

String Trio No.2 in g minor, Op.69

Tasteful and tuneful with shades of Mendelssohn and Schumann, easy to play, no technical difficulties.

Jenö Hubay (1858-1937)

Six Poëms Hongrois for Violin & Piano, Op.27

Based on Hungarian folk tunes, these 6 evocative poems can be performed individually as encores or as a cycle.

Hans Huber (1852-1921)

Trio in B flat Major for 2 Violins & Piano, Op.135

One of the best, if not the best, works for this combination in the late romantic style.

Hans Huber (1852-1921)

Piano Quartet No.2 in E Major "Waldlieder", Op.117

Based on Keller's poem, it is a marvelous sonic portrayal of nature and the forest in calm and in storm.

 Johann Nepomuk Hummel (1778-1837)

Viola Sonata in E flat Major, Op.5 No.3

The finest late classical & early Romantic viola sonata ever written. A must for every violist.

 Johann Nepomuk Hummel (1778-1837)

Piano Trio No.1 in G Major, Op.12

A fine early romantic piano trio by the great pianist who was Mozart's only full-time composition student.

 Johann Nepomuk Hummel (1778-1837)

Piano Trio No.2 in F Major, Op.22

A first rate work full of lovely melodies and concluding with a very exciting Rondo alla Turc

 Johann Nepomuk Hummel (1778-1837)

Piano Trio No.3 in E flat Major, Op.35

Very Mozartian in conception and structure. Elegant and concise with lovely melodies.

 Johann Nepomuk Hummel (1778-1837)

Piano Trio No.4 G Major, Op.65

Standing squarely between between the late classics and the early romantics, this brilliant work incorporates both.

 Johann Nepomuk Hummel (1778-1837)

Piano Trio No.5 E Major, Op.83

Hummel's last piano trio from his middle period still exhibits its classical heritage but also is romantic.

 Johann Nepomuk Hummel (1778-1837)

Piano Trio No.6 in E flat Major, Op.93

Hummel advances further into the Romantic movement with a work somewhat reminiscent of the Archduke.

 Johann Nepomuk Hummel (1778-1837)

Piano Trio No.7 in E flat Major, Op.96

Hummel's last trio with brilliant writing for all including an exciting Rondo alla Russa finale.

 Johann Nepomuk Hummel (1778-1837)

String Trio No.1 in E flat Major

Lovely melodies & fine part writing makes this late classical trio trio a welcome addition to the repertoire

 Johann Nepomuk Hummel (1778-1837)

String Trio No.2 in G Major

This work is equally as fine as the No.1 and should also be welcomed by string trio players everywhere.

 Johann Nepomuk Hummel (1778-1837)

Quintet for Piano, Vln, Vla, Cello & Bass, Op.87

An exciting work, and one of the few, that can be played for the same instrumentation as Schubert's Trout Quintet.

 Johann Nepomuk Hummel (1778-1837)

Septet for Piano, Winds & Strings in d minor, Op.74

Brilliantly written, exciting, dramatic and powerful. Each instrument gets solos. Once a concert hall staple.

 William Hurlstone (1876-1906)

Piano Trio in G Major (1905)

A real masterwork of the late romantic era. Fresh and original themes. Superb part-writing, fun to play.

 William Hurlstone (1876-1906)

Piano Quartet in e minor, Op.43

A fine late Romantic work tinged with Brahmsian tonal colors but also beginning to show more modern tonalities

Henry Holden Huss (1862-1953)

Piano Trio in d minor, Op.23 World Premiere Edition

A late Romantic masterwork of the first order written by one of the best American composers of his generation.

 Anselm Hüttenbrenner (1794-1868)

String Qt No.1 in E Major "Death & the Maiden"

It was from this work of his friend that Schubert got the idea for his famous song and his string quartet. I

 Anselm Hüttenbrenner (1794-1868)

String Quintet (2 Violas) in c minor

Fine early Romantic era work. Very Viennese, very Schubertian. Lovely melodies and fun to play.

 Vincent d'Indy (1851-1931)

Piano Quartet in a minor, Op.7

Very French sounding a la Cesar Franck, atmospheric, unusual chromaticism & excellent part-writing.

 Vincent d'Indy (1851-1931)

Trio in Bb for Clarinet (or Violin), Cello & Piano, Op.29

A masterwork for this combination of instruments. Gallic, original with brilliant part-writing

 Vincent d'Indy (1851-1931)

Piano Trio No.2 "In the Form of a Suite", Op.98

A marvelous neoclassical rendition of the18th century baroque French suite. A charming and appealing work.

 Vincent d'Indy (1851-1931)

String Quartet No.1 in D Major, Op.35

Much acclaimed and hailed by critics as a masterwork, this original and powerful work needs to be rediscovered.

 Vincent d'Indy (1851-1931)

String Quartet No.2 in E Major, Op.45

Using Cesar Franck cyclical technique d'Indy creates an impressive and original work based on a four note motto

 Vincent d'Indy (1851-1931)

String Sextet in B flat Major, Op.92

An important addition to the sextet literature, a bright and attractive, modern French work.

Vincent d'Indy (1851-1931)

Chansons et Danses for Wind Septet, Op.50

An attractive post-romantic work for winds. Excellent part writing makes and appealing melodies in modern setting.

Mikhail Ippolitov-Ivanov (1859-1935)

An Evening in Georgia, Qnt for Piano & Winds, Op.71

Brings the folk music and rhythms of the Caucasus with its hint of the exotic and good part writing.

 Salomon Jadassohn (1831-1902)

Piano Trio No.1 in F Major, Op.16

An early-mid romantic with especially lovely melodies, good part-writing and no technical difficulties.

 Salomon Jadassohn (1831-1902)

Piano Trio No.4 in c minor, Op.85

A late romantic masterpiece by an unjustly forgotten composer. Superb throughout.

 Salomon Jadassohn (1831-1902)

Piano Quartet No.1 in c minor, Op.77

Another outstanding late romantic work. Rich tonalities and fine part writing fill this top notch piano quartet.

 Salomon Jadassohn (1831-1902)

Piano Quintet No.3 in g minor, Op.126

Again, a masterpiece by one of the most unjustly neglected composers of the romantic period.

Hyacinthe Jadin (1776-1800)

String Trio No.1 in E flat Major, Op.2 No.1

Unlike the qt of his brother (see below) this trio is closer to the Viennese classics than the French revolutionary style

Louis-Emmanuel Jadin (1768-1853)

String Quartet No.2 in f minor

A work of the French revolutionary period combining the early classical style with some romantic tendencies.

 Gustav Jenner (1865-1920)

Piano Quartet in F Major (1905)-World Premiere Edition

As if Brahms had lived 10 years longer and written another piano quartet. Absolutely superb work.

 Joseph Jongen (1873-1953)

String Quartet No.1 in c minor, Op.3

Massive, Gallic, powerful, monumental, prize-winning, masterpiece--all have been used to describe this quartet.

 Joseph Jongen (1873-1953)

String Quartet No.2 in A Major, Op.50

A first rate work which would be an excellent program alternative to either the Debussy or the Ravel quartets.

 Joseph Jongen (1873-1953)

String Quartet No.3 in D Major, Op.67

A big, masterly work, classic in structure and showing the influence of French impressionism.

 Joseph Jongen (1873-1953)

Two Serenades for String Quartet, Op.61

Richly inspired and full of original and exotic tonal effects can be played together or separately

 Joseph Jongen (1873-1953)

Piano Trio No.1 in b minor, Op.10

Another big, powerful work with all of the same qualities as his string quartet. A work of the first rank.

 Joseph Jongen (1873-1953)

Piano Trio (No.2) for Vln, Vla & Pno in f3 minor, Op.30

One of the finest works for this combination. Shows the influence of French impressionists but fresh & original.

 Joseph Jongen (1873-1953)

Piano Quartet in E flat Major, Op.23

Hailed as a masterpiece at its premiere, this is an incredibly good French late romantic work.

 Paul Juon (1872-1940)

Piano Trio No.1 in a minor, Op.17

An important and interesting work illustrative of post Tchaikovsky Russian romanticism.

 Paul Juon (1872-1940)

Trio Caprice (Piano Trio No.2), Op.39

A powerful and emotional tone poem for piano trio combining German Jugendstil with Russian folk melody.

 Paul Juon (1872-1940)

Piano Trio No.3 in G Major, Op.60

This trio illustrates why Juon was regarded as the missing link between Tchaikovsky & Stravinsky,

 Paul Juon (1872-1940)

Four Trio Miniatures, Op.18/24

Little gems of the late romantic literature. Can be played by either Clarinet or Violin, Cello or Viola and Piano

 Paul Juon (1872-1940)

Suite for Piano Trio in C Major, Op.89

A sound tribute to the cosmopolitan atmosphere of the Berlin of the late 1920's. His last work for piano trio.

 Paul Juon (1872-1940)

Rhapsodie for Piano Quartet, Op.37

A powerful and dramatic large scale work based on the Nordic saga Gosta Berling. In a very late Romantic idiom.

 Paul Juon (1872-1940)

Piano Quartet No.2 in G Major, Op.50

Combines Russian modal melody with late Central European romanticism. Very fine.

 Paul Juon (1872-1940)

Divertimento for Piano & Wind Quintet, Op.51

A light, witty first rate work, full of surprising rhythms and tonal colors. Excellent part writing for all.

 Paul Juon (1872-1940)

Octet for Piano, Winds & Strings, Op.27

A first rate work for this unusual combination which straddles the romantic and neo-classical periods.

 Paul Juon (1872-1940)

String Quartet No.1 in D Major, Op.5

A first rate Russian romantic quartet tinged with modernism. An advance on Sergei Taneyev.

 Paul Juon (1872-1940)

String Quartet No.3 in a minor, Op.29

A work of very great originality which combines traditional Slavic melodies with polyphonic modernism.

 Dmitri Kabalevsky (1904-1987)

String Quartet No.1 in a minor, Op.8

A powerful, early Soviet style work, full of fresh ideas, appealing folk melodies and high excitement.

 Robert Kahn (1865-1951)

Trio for Clarinet (Violin), Cello & Piano in g, Op.45

An late romantic masterwork. Lovely melodies, excellent part-writing & brilliant use of instrumental color.

 Robert Kahn (1865-1951)

Trio Serenade for 9 ensembles Op.73

A lovely late romantic work. Can be played by trios for strings & piano, winds & piano or winds, strings & piano

 Robert Kahn (1865-1951)

Piano Quartet No.1 in b minor, Op.14

A first rate powerful and dramatic romantic work which can hold its own against any of its contemporaries.

 Robert Kahn (1865-1951)

Piano Quartet No.2 in a minor, Op.30

Fine part-writing, an abundance of fresh and appealing ideas superbly executed. A rich and satisfying work.

 Robert Kahn (1865-1951)

Sonata for Cello & Piano, Op.56

Warm and lyrical, full of passion. A fine late romantic addition to this repertoire.

Sigfrid Karg-Elert (1877-1933)

Trio for Oboe, Clarinet & English Horn in d, Op.49

Charming undated late Romantic era version of a French baroque style suite.

Hugo Kauder (1888-1972)

String Quartet No.2

A post romantic Viennese composer who rejected atonalism for an attractive neo-romantic style.

Friedrich Kiel (1821-1885)

Kleine Suite in A major for Violin & Piano, Op.77

A charming little work which presents an updated version of the baroque suite. A good recital hall choice.

Friedrich Kiel (1821-1885)

Cello Sonata in a minor, Op.52

Considered the equal of the Brahms sonatas thematically & their superior from the standpoint of balance.

Friedrich Kiel (1821-1885)

Viola Sonata in g minor, Op.67

Hailed by critics as a magnificent work. The viola is superbly handled and never overwhelmed by the piano

  Friedrich Kiel (1821-1885)

String Quartet No.1, Op.53 No.1

As one might expect where a Beethoven Late Quartet is the inspiration, this is a profound and magnificent work.

  Friedrich Kiel (1821-1885)

Three Waltzes for String Quartet, Op.73

These 3 lovely concert waltzes are perhaps the finest of their kind. Professionals & Amateurs will enjoy them.

  Friedrich Kiel (1821-1885)

Piano Trio No.1 in D Major, Op.3

A classically inspired trio with Beethovian structure and Schbertian melody. Fine part writing no tech difficulties

  Friedrich Kiel (1821-1885)

Piano Trio No.5 in G Major, Op.34

Showing a stylistic kinship with Beethoven and combined with with lovely melodies. Energetic & Pleasing.

  Friedrich Kiel (1821-1885)

Piano Trio No.6 in A Major, Op.65 No.1

Unjustly forgotten romantic masterwork of the first order. Original ideas with lovely melodies and fine writing.

  Friedrich Kiel (1821-1885)

Piano Trio No.7 in g minor, Op.65 No.2

Here is another very fine mid-late romantic trio with attractive melodies and masterful part-writing.

  Friedrich Kiel (1821-1885)

Piano Quartet No.1 in a minor, Op.43

One of the best mid 19th century works for piano quartet. Great melodies, excitement & fine part-writing. Must hear.

  Friedrich Kiel (1821-1885)

Piano Quartet No.2 in E major, Op.44

Another top-notch romantic era piano quartet by a master composer. Appealing melodies and grateful parts for all.

  Friedrich Kiel (1821-1885)

Piano Quartet No.3 in G major, Op.50

Again, a first-rate piano quartet which will please amateurs and professionals alike.

  Friedrich Kiel (1821-1885)

Piano Quintet No.1 in A Major, Op.75

No overstatement to claim this quintet is as good as those of Brahms and Dvorak. Superbly conceived. Must hear.

  Friedrich Kiel (1821-1885)

Piano Quintet No.2 in c minor, Op.76

Kiel's two piano quintets are as good as any ever written for this combination. Another big masterwork.

   Wilhelm Kienzl (1857-1941)

String Quartet No.1, Op.22

A dramatic, compelling work fusing the language of Schumann with the programmatic tendencies of Wagner.

   Theodor Kirchner (1823-1903)

Serenade for Piano Trio

A short and highly lyrical character piece by the acknowledged master of this form. A perfect encore.

   Theodor Kirchner (1823-1903)

Ein Gedenkblatt, Op.15 for Piano Trio

A lovely elegiac serenade which displays Kirchner's talent for melody and perfect part-writing A fine encore.

   Theodor Kirchner (1823-1903)

Four Short Works for Piano Trio

Four lovely character pieces each with a different mood, lively or reflective, but always beautiful. Not to be missed.

   Theodor Kirchner (1823-1903)

Seven Character Pieces for Piano Trio

The Master of the Miniature shows why he garnered this name. You will fine none better than these littel gems.

   Theodor Kirchner (1823-1903)

Eight Pieces for Cello (or Violin or Viola) & Piano, Op.79

On top of his form the Master of the Miniature shows why he garnered this name. Wonderful, evocative short works.

   Theodor Kirchner (1823-1903)

Piano Quartet in A Major, Op.84

First rate work from the Romantic era with good part writing. Schumannesque.

August Klughardt (1847-1902)

String Quintet (2Vc) in g minor, Op.62

Full of fiery Hungarian gypsy melodies, highly original and captivating. A great addition to this repertoire.

August Klughardt (1847-1902)

Schilflieder for Oboe or Violin, Viola & Piano, Op.28

Five highly emotive fantasy pieces. Among the very best of their kind. Lovely & effective tonal color.

August Klughardt (1847-1902)

Wind Quintet (Fl, Ob, Cl, Hn & Bsn) in C Major, Op.79

Lively with many moods, fun to play. The part-writing and handling of the instruments is exemplary.

   Friedrich Koch (1862-1927)

Woodland Idyll-3 Character Pieces for Piano Trio

These 3 pieces make up an evocative and emotive tone poem with excellent part writing for piano trio.

   Zoltan Kodály (1882-1967)

Intermezzo for String Trio

Dating from the time (1905) Kodaly began to collect Hungarian folk melodies, it shows the effects.

   Zoltan Kodály (1882-1967)

String Quartet No.1 in c, Op.2

Master-quartet which combines original Hungarian folk melody with modern harmonies.

   Hans Koessler (1853-1926)

Trio Suite for Piano, Violin & Viola (or cello)

Few if any works for this combination can match the excellence of this. 1st time alternate Vc part available.

   Hans Koessler (1853-1926)

String Quintet (2 Violas) in d minor

One of the great late Romantic masterworks for this combination. The equal of the Brahms quintets.

   Hans Koessler (1853-1926)

String Sextet in f minor

It is not hyperbole to say that this sextet is as good as any including Brahms' two master works. Hear the soundbites.

   Alexander Kopylov (1854-1911)

String Quartet No.1 in G, Op.15

A typically late 19th cent. very Russian-sounding quartet by one of Korsakov's best students. An appealing work.

Oswald Körte (1852-1924)

Wanderstimmungen for String Trio

5 character pieces recording a traveler's impressions and moods. In the German wanderer's tradition of Schumann

   Alexander Krein (1883-1951)

Elégie for Piano Trio, Op.16

Combines the late Russian romanticism of Rachmaninov and Taneyev with Scriabin's emotional harmonies.

   Alexander Krein (1883-1951)

Poém for String Quartet, Op.9

Combines Scriabin's daring harmonic techniques with French impressionist romantic emotional melodies.

   Alexander Krein (1883-1951)

3 Sketches On Hebrew Themes for Clarinet Quintet

A fine work which introduces Jewish folk melodies into a formal chamber music setting of late romantic period.

   Alexander Krein (1883-1951)

Caprice Hebraique for Violin & Piano

Jewish melodies worked into the caprice format. Makes a good short recital piece or substantial encore.

   Fritz Kreisler (1875-1963)

String Quartet in a minor (1922)

A masterwork. A tribute to his native Vienna, which though tonally modern, looks backward fondly to the past

   Franz Krommer (1759-1831)

String Trio in F Major, Op.96

A mighty work of the first rank from the early Romantic era. Hard to understand how it disappeared.

   Franz Krommer (1759-1831)

String Quartet in E Flat Major, Op.5 No.1

The quintessential Vienna Classical concertante style string quartet with lovely solos for each instrument.

   Arnold Krug (1849-1904)

String Sextet in D Major, Op.68

A prize winning work. A late romantic work combining elements of Bruckner, Brahms, Liszt & Wagner.

Carl Matthias Kudelski (1805-1877)

String Trio in G Major, Op.32

An exciting, dramatic mid-romantic era work with excellent part writing for each voice.

   Friedrich Kuhlau (1786-1832)

Grand String Quartet in a minor, Op.122

Exciting & original. One of the few Beethoven contemporaries who used the advances B. was making.

Kaspar Kummer (1795-1870)

Trio for Flute, Clarinet & Bassoon in F Major, Op.32

One of the few works from the early Romantic period for this ensemble. Fine part-writing and melodies.

Josef Labor (1842-1924)

Quintet in D Major for Pno, Cln, Vln, Vla & Vc, Op.11

Marvelous melodies and sonorities for this unusual combination. Great part-writing. 1st rate all the way.

   Franz Lachner (1803-1890)

String Quartet No.i in b minor, Op.75

A fine early-mid Romantic work with tinges of Schubert and Mendelssohn. Good to play and hear.

   Franz Lachner (1803-1890)

String Quartet No.6 in e minor, Op.173

A beautiful mid Romantic work which is a Beethovian-Schubertian synthesis. Appealing melodies & part writing

Franz Lachner (1803-1890)

Wind Octet in B flat Major, Op.156

A stellar work in the early romantic idiom full of beautiful melodies and with excellent part-writing.

   Ignaz Lachner (1807-1895)

Piano Trio No.1 (Vln, Vla & Pno) in B flat Major, Op.37

A first of Lachner's marvelous trios for this combination. Superb Schubertian melodies, Lovely, dramtic & exciting.

   Ignaz Lachner (1807-1895)

Piano Trio No.3 (Vln, Vla & Pno) in D Major, Op.58

A lovely, first rate work for this rare combination. Early romantic reminiscent of Schubert.

   Ignaz Lachner (1807-1895)

Piano Trio No.4 (Vln, Vla & Pno) in d minor, Op.89

One of the best works available for this ensemble. Melodic & exciting with great part-writing.

   Ignaz Lachner (1807-1895)

Piano Trio No.5 (Vln, Vla & Pno) in Eb Major, Op.102

Another welcome addition for this ensemble. Melodic, lyrical and romantic.

   Ignaz Lachner (1807-1895)

Piano Trio No.6 (Vln, Vla & Pno) in C Major, Op.103

The last of Lachner's wonderful set of trios for this combination. Also with fine melodies & good part writing

 Ignaz Lachner (1807-1895)

String Quartet No.4 in G Major, Op.74

Vienna Classics though filtered through the prism of early romanticism with lovely melodies great for amateurs.

Ignaz Lachner (1807-1895)

String Quartet No.5 in G Major, Op.104

Lovely melodies, light-hearted and full of good spirits with charming melodies harking back to the Vienna Classics

   Ignaz Lachner (1807-1895)

String Quartet No.6 in a minor, Op.105

Full of Schubertian inspiration and beautiful melodies. Great to hear and plays with ease

Ignaz Lachner (1807-1895)

String Quartet No.7 (Op. Post.) in B flat Major

Echoes of Mozart and Haydn fill its pages. A good program alternative for either of those two.

   Édouard Lalo (1823-1892)

Piano Trio No.1 in c minor, Op.7

Fresh and original. The writing for the cello is particularly fine. A first rate piano trio with appealing melodies.

   Édouard Lalo (1823-1892)

Piano Trio No.2 in b minor

Schumannesque, full of fetching melodies and colorful tonal effects including a Spanish sounding scherzo.

   Édouard Lalo (1823-1892)

Piano Trio No.3 in a minor, Op.26

In the vanguard of French nationlist writing. As always, great part-writing and appealing melodies.

Édouard Lalo (1823-1892)

String Quartet in E flat Major, Op.19

Like all of his chamber music, it combines unusual rhythms with exotic elements and fresh ideas.

   Josef Lanner (1801-1843)

Die Romantiker Waltzes for Str. Qt. or Qnt.

Part of our Vienna Dance Series. One of Vienna's most beloved waltzes by one of the original waltz pioneers.

   Josef Lanner (1801-1843)

Bruder Halt! Galopp, Op.16 for String Quartet

Vienna Dance Series. The Viennese galopp was a whirlwind dance so fast it was thought to be dangerous.

   Josef Lanner (1801-1843)

Steyrische Tänze, Op.165 for String Quartet

Part of our Vienna Dance Series. These Styrian folk tunes became one of Lanner's best known and loved works.

   Josef Lanner (1801-1843)

Dornbacher Ländler, Op.9 for String Qt or Pno Qnt

Part of our Vienna Dance Series. These country dances  are among Vienna's most beloved waltzes.

   Josef Lanner (1801-1843)

Neue Wiener Ländler, Op.1 for 3 Vln+Vc or Str Qt

Part of our Vienna Dance Series. His first set of lovely dances achieved instant and lasting fame.

   Josef Lanner (1801-1843)

Die Werber Waltzes, Op.103 or String Quartet

Part of our Vienna Dance Series. One of his best set of waltzes which are among Vienna's most beloved.

Ferdinand Laub (1832-1875)

Romance for Violin & Piano, Op.7

A beautiful recital piece. As the title suggests, romantic yet with a dramatic & contrasting middle section.

Ferdinand Laub (1832-1875)

Concert Polonaise for Violin & Piano, Op.8

A showy polonaise meant to be an audience pleaser with both lively as well as warm lyrical melodies.

Guillaume Lekeu (1870-1894)

Piano Trio in c minor

A powerful & dramatic work of a gifted young composer who took Beethoven and Cesar Franck as his models.

Les Vendredis for String Quartet

16 Works by Borodin, Korsakov, Glazunov et.al.

Marvelous collection of occasional pieces by Russian Romantic composers that are sure to please.

Henry Litolff (1818-1891)

Piano Trio No.1 in d minor, Op.47

Every bit as fine as a Mendelssohn piano trio. Full of drive, power, gorgeous melody and fine part-writing.

Charles Martin Loeffler (1861-1935)

String Quintet (3Vlns, Vla & Vc or 2Vlns, 2Vla & Vc)

Combines exotic tonalities with Slavic folk tunes. Highly praised by the Chamber Music Journal.

Sergei Lyapunov (1859-1924)

Piano Sextet (2Vln, Vla, Vc, Kb & Pno), Op.63

Superb Russian late Romanic work. Lovely melodies and fine part writing with echoes of Rimsky Korsakov

   Mikola Lysenko (1842-1912)

String Quartet in d minor--World Premiere Edition

From the father of Ukrainian chamber music. An early work influenced by Schumann & the Leipzig school.

   Albéric Magnard (1865-1914)

Cello Sonata in A Major, Op.20

Highly individual, not like other contemporary (1910) French works. Should be in repertoire. Quite attractive.

   Albéric Magnard (1865-1914)

String Quartet in e minor, Op.16

A program alternative to the Ravel or Debussy and every bit as good. Powerful and highly original.

Gustav Mahler (1860-1911)

Piano Quartet in a minor

An interesting work as it provides insight into Mahler's original compositional technique.

Heinrich Marschner (1795-1861)

Romanza for Piano Trio

A highly romantic, lovely encore piece by an unjustly forgotten mid 19th century master.

Heinrich Marschner (1795-1861)

Piano Trio No.2 in g minor, Op.111

Of this work, Schumann said, "Outstanding examples of talent flash out everywhere."  A very good piano trio.

Heinrich Marschner (1795-1861)

Piano Trio No.7 in F Major, Op.167

An archetypical romantic piano trio from the mid 19th century. Finely crafted with captivating melodies.

Bohuslav Martinů (1890-1959)

Nonet for Winds & Strings

Composed for the famous Czech Nonet, this is a fine and accessible modern work with no technical difficulties.

Giuseppe Martucci (1856-1909)

Violin Sonata in G Major, Op.22

Superb from start to finish. Captivating and exciting melodies. This work will triumph in the recital hall.

Giuseppe Martucci (1856-1909)

Piano Trio No.1 in C Major, Op.59

Original sounding, does not remind of anyone else. A first rate early modern Italian work. Belongs in the repertoire.

Giuseppe Martucci (1856-1909)

Piano Quintet in C Major, Op.45

A massive, late romantic masterwork. By turns poetic and thrilling, with brilliant part writing for all.

Joseph Marx (1882-1964)

Rhapsodie for Piano Quartet in A Major (1911)

A powerful, dramatic and highly lyrical work that is an amalgam of late romanticism and early impressionism.

John Blackwood McEwen (1855-1933)

String Quartet No.6 in A Major, "Biscay"

Attractive early modern work (1913) by one of the leading British composers of the 1st part of the 20th century.

Nikolai Medtner (1880-1951)

Violin Sonata No.1 in b minor, Op.21

Important late romantic work which shows the influence of Taneyev and Scriabin. Original with fine melodies.

Nikolai Medtner (1880-1951)

Violin Sonata No.3 in b minor "Sonata Epica", Op.57

Truly a work of epic proportions and certainly one of the most important violin sonatas of the 20th century.

Arnold Mendelssohn (1855-1933)

Trio for 2 Violins & Piano in a minor, Op.76

A neo-romantic gem for this rare genre. Well written, tuneful, no insuperable technical difficulties.

Franz Mittler (1893-1970)

Piano Trio in G Major, Op.3

This work screams "masterpiece". You must hear the sound-bites. A superb late romantic gem.

Franz Mittler (1893-1970)

String Quartet No.1 in F Major--World Premiere Edition

A late Romantic, Post-Brahmsian gem. Appealing melodies, fine part-writing. First rate from start to finish.

Franz Mittler (1893-1970)

String Quartet No.3 in d minor--World Premiere Edition

Powerful & descriptive of the break up of the Old Austria  & Habsburg Empire. A superb concert work.

Franz Mittler (1893-1970)

Cello Sonata in G Major (1910)-World Premiere Edition

Well written and full of luscious, rich melodies, this is a wonderful addition to the later romantic cello repertoire.

Ernest Moeran (1894-1950)

String Quartet No.1 in a minor

Characteristic of the English Revival movement, lyrical and redolent of English folk melody and landscapes.

Ernest Moeran (1894-1950)

Phantasy Quartet for Oboe, Violin, Viola & Cello

Moody and evocative of his native Norfolk countryside utilizing some of its folk melodies.

Stanislav Moniuszko (1819-1872)

String Quartet No.1 in d minor

Schubertian melody combined with traditional Polish dance rhythms create a fresh and original work.

Stanislav Moniuszko (1819-1872)

String Quartet No.2 in F Major

Takes early Beethoven and Schubert as its models. No technical difficulties, tuneful and will appeal to amateurs.

Emanuel Moór (1819-1872)

Cello Sonata No.2 in G Major, Op.55

A late romantic work with convincing melodies, drama, excitement and excellent part-writing.

Moritz Moszkowski (1854-1925)

Suite for 2 Violins & Piano or Standard Piano Trio, Op.71

A brilliant and spectacular tour de force which should not be missed by strong players. Hear the sound-bites

Nikolai Myaskovsky (1881-1950)

Cello Sonata No.1 in D Major, Op.12

A beautiful and lush post romantic work showing the influence of Tchaikovsky and Rachmaninov.

Nikolai Myaskovsky (1881-1950)

String Quartet No.8 in f# minor, Op.59

We believe this composer's quartets are as important as those of Shostakovich & Prokoviev. Here the soundbites.

 

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