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Andrea Gabrieli (1533-1585) Ricercar per sonar a 8 for String Octet |
A highly evocative work conjuring up the mood of the late Italian Renaissance. Not at all hard to play. |
Ladislao Gabrielli (1851-19??) String Trio No.2 (2Vlns & Vc or Vla) in d minor |
Mid-late, romantic works very nicely written for these underserved ensemble combinations |
Ladislao Gabrielli (1851-19??) Suite for 4 Violins in G Major |
Unlike some violin quartets, this is not a vehicle for the 1st violin. All of the parts are treated generously |
Four Fantasy Pieces for Clarinet or Violin & Piano |
Charming lovely pieces any of which would make a fine encore or together a good recital work. |
Niels Gade (1817-1890) Sonata No.1 for Violin or Viola in A Major, Op.6 |
A lovely work sounding of Nordic folk music and evoking their legends. |
Niels Gade (1817-1890) Violin Sonata No.2 in d minor, Op.21 |
A romantic sonata in the tradition of Robert Schumann to whom the work was dedicated |
Niels Gade (1817-1890) Violin Sonata No.3 in B flat Major |
One of Gade's last works, dedicated to the famous violinist Wilma Neruda. A real candidate for the recital hall. |
Niels Gade (1817-1890) Five Novelletten for Piano Trio, Op.29 |
Five superb, romantic character pieces, each different in the tradition of Schumann and Kirchner. |
Niels Gade (1817-1890) Piano Trio in F major, Op.42 |
In the tradition of Schumann, a beautifully crafted work presenting no technical difficulties. |
Niels Gade (1817-1890) Willkommen und Abschied for String Quartet (1840) |
Written he met Mendelssohn and Schumann, this quartet does not show their influence & is typical of early Danish Romanticism. |
Niels Gade (1817-1890) String Quartet No.1 in D Major, Op.63 |
The famous critic Altamnn calls it a fine work which sounds good and presents no technical difficulties. |
Niels Gade (1817-1890) String Quintet (2 Violas) in e minor, Op.8 |
A fine addition to the quintet literature. Appealing melodies, good part writing and no technical difficulties. |
String Sextet in E flat Major, Op.44 |
Lovely melodies, fine part-writing, this is a very worthwhile addition to the string sextet literature. |
Niels Gade (1817-1890) String Octet in F Major, Op.17 |
A Mendelssohnian tribute. Poetic and charming, a worthwhile addition to this scanty repertoire. |
Cello Sonata in f minor, Op.26 |
Combines late Italian with French impressionism in a highly individual manner. |
Hans Gál (1890-1987) 5 Intermezzi for String Quartet, Op.10 |
5 relatively short movements form a lovely & engaging serenade. Inventive & appealing, no technical difficulties |
Hans Gál (1890-1987) String Quartet No.1 in f minor, Op.16 |
Excellent 20th century late tonal work by a master composer whose works deserve to be better known. |
Hans Gal (1890-1987) Variations for Piano Trio, Op.9 |
24 wonderful variations on a Viennese folk melody. Can serve as a short program work or longer encore. |
Hans Gal (1890-1987) Piano Trio No.1 in E Major, Op.18 |
A early 20th century (1925), modern, highly original, thoroughly tonal post-romantic, neo classical work. |
Hans Gal (1890-1987) Piano Quartet in B flat Major, Op.13 |
A gripping post-Brahmsian, idomatic work. Dominated by its powerful, often pounding, rhythms and contrasting melodies. |
Vincent Gambaro (17??0-18??) Wind Quartet in E flat Major, Op.4 No.1 |
Viennese Classical Era Wind Quartet for Flute, Clarinet, Horn & Bassoon. Fine melodies, solos for all. |
Johann Baptist Gänsbacher (1778-1844) Piano Trio in D Major (1808) |
Stylistically similar to Hummel and early Schubert. A bridge work between classicism & early romanticism. |
H. Aimé Garnery (17??-18??) Three Grand Trios for 3 Violins & Cello |
Three well written works in the late 18th century classical style. Good for amateurs or concert. |
Florian Gassmann (1729-1774) Trio in B flat Major, H.377 |
A work combining late baroque & early classical styles. Can be played by Violin, Viola & Cello or 2 Violas & Cello |
Philippe Gaubert (1879-1941)) Tarentelle for Flute, Oboe & Piano |
This exciting one movement work is a showcase for each of the instruments. Great choice for concert also home. |
Philippe Gaubert (1879-1941)) Medailles Antiques for Flute, Violin & Piano |
Dating from 1916 this lovely neo-classical work consists of two short, charming tone poems good for concert or home. |
Philippe Gaubert (1879-1941)) Trois Aquarelles for Violin or Flute, Cello & Piano |
This trio is equally effective in either version and deserves to be heard in concert but will also please amateurs. |
Franz Xaver Gebel (1787-1843) String Quintet No.1 (2Vc) in e minor, Op.20 |
Powerful and stormy, but also full of lovely melodies. Reminds one of Beethoven from his early period. |
Franz Xaver Gebel (1787-1843) String Quintet No.6 (2Vc or Vc & Kb) in Eb Major, Op.25 |
Lyrical and charming, this lovely music is written in theearly Romantic style. Nice addition to the repertoire |
Franz Xaver Gebel (1787-1843) String Quintet No.8 (2Vc) in B flat Major, Op.27 |
Like the 2 above, this fine quintet must be placed in the front rank of such works from the Romantic era. |
Friedrich Gernsheim (1839-1916) Cello Sonata No.1 in d minor, Op.12 |
An excellent choice for recital, the sonata has echoes of Mendelssohn and Schumann but is quite original in conception. |
Friedrich Gernsheim (1839-1916) Fantasiestücke for Violin & Piano, Op.33 |
Sad and agitated, full of outbursts of passion, reflecting his failed love affair with a Parsian beauty. Superb recital choice. |
Friedrich Gernsheim (1839-1916) Violin Sonata No.1 in c minor, Op.4 |
A fine romantic era sonata by a composer who was both a violinist & a pianist. Good writing, good recital choice |
Friedrich Gernsheim (1839-1916) Violin Sonata No.2 in C Major, Op.50 |
A fine romantic era sonata by a composer who was both a violinist & a pianist. Good writing, good recital choice |
Friedrich Gernsheim (1839-1916) Violin Sonata No.3 in F Major, Op.64 |
A major late romantic work of the first rank which undoubtedly deserves to be in the concert repertoire. |
Friedrich Gernsheim (1839-1916) Violin Sonata No.4 in G Major, Op.85 |
Hailed by critics at its premiere as a masterwork and as good as any contemporary sonata then being written. |
Friedrich Gernsheim (1839-1916) String Quartet Quartet No.1 in c minor, Op.25 |
Mid-late romantic quartet with gorgeous melodies and a very exciting Rondo all'Ongarese (Hungarian) finale. |
Friedrich Gernsheim (1839-1916) String Quartet No.2 in a minor, Op.31 |
A powerful & tonally rich quartet, full of drive & force from a Brahms contemporary. The sound-bites tell the story. |
Friedrich Gernsheim (1839-1916) String Quartet Quartet No.3 in F Major, Op.51 |
In the form of a fantasy quartet. Beautifully crafted and original in conception. |
Friedrich Gernsheim (1839-1916) String Quartet Quartet No.4 in e minor, Op.66 |
A big and dramatic, first rate late romantic work. Engaging themes and fine part-writing. |
Friedrich Gernsheim (1839-1916) String Quartet Quartet No.5 in A Major, Op.83 |
A superb post-brahmsian masterwork. Combines unusual rhythmic and tonal effects make for a lasting impression. |
Friedrich Gernsheim (1839-1916) String Quintet (2Vla) in D Major, Op.9 |
A masterwork for this combination. Belongs in the repertoire and should not be missed by amateurs |
Friedrich Gernsheim (1839-1916) Divertimento for Flute, 2 Vlns, Vla, Vc & Kb, Op.53 |
A superb and highly appealing work for this rarely heard combination. A real charmer. |
Friedrich Gernsheim (1839-1916) Piano Trio No.1 in F Major, Op.28 |
It is hard to understand why a superb piano trio like this one did not become part of the standard repertoire. A great work. |
Friedrich Gernsheim (1839-1916) Piano Trio No.2 in B Major, Op.37 |
A superb trio from the romantic period from a master composer of great melodic gifts and technical ability. |
Friedrich Gernsheim (1839-1916) Piano Quartet No.1 in E flat Major, Op.6 |
First class mid-romantic era work. Combines Mendelssohnian excitement with touches of Rossini |
Friedrich Gernsheim (1839-1916) Piano Quartet No.2 in c minor, Op.20 |
As fine as any piano quartet from this period. It need not fear comparison with any work including those of Brahms |
Friedrich Gernsheim (1839-1916) Piano Quartet No.3 in F Major, Op.47 |
An mid-late romantic masterwork. Brahmsian but with more creative treatment & combination of the voices. |
Friedrich Gernsheim (1839-1916) Piano Quintet No.1 in d minor, Op.35 |
Has to be one of the greatest piano quintets unjustly forgotten. As good as the greats, hear the sound-bites. |
Friedrich Gernsheim (1839-1916) Piano Quintet No.2 in b minor, Op.63 |
A first class work from the late romantic era deserving concert performance. |
Felice Giardini (1716-1796) String Trio No.1 in E flat Major |
One of the earliest examples of the new emerging classical style which was replace the Baroque. |
Felice Giardini (1716-1796) String Trio No. 2 in B flat Major |
The 2nd of this ground breaking set which gained great popularity because of their melodies and ease of playing |
Felice Giardini (1716-1796) String Trio Nos. 7 & 11 |
Giardini's trios along, with those of Boccherini, rank with the very best written before Mozart's Divertimento. |
Felice Giardini (1716-1796) String Trio Nos. 8 & 12 |
Two charming trios which combine the concertante style with that of the Mannheim composers. Good parts for all. |
Felice Giardini (1716-1796) String Trio Nos. 9 & 10 |
Two more engaging works from the transitional Mannheim era. Concertante with solos for each voice. |
Felice Giardini (1716-1796) String Quartet No.6 in E flat Major |
The last of a famous London collection by J.C. Bach and C.F. Abel, Giardini's is the most advanced of the set, well ahead of its time.. |
Felice Giardini (1716-1796) String Quartet in E flat Major, Op.25 No.4 |
One of the last then well-known composers who favored the so called 'style galant' this quartet is an archetypical example of it. |
Felice Giardini (1716-1796) Oboe Quartet in D Major, Op.21 No.2 |
Composed in the early 1780s this work combines the so called style gallant with the emerging newer classical style.. |
Felice Giardini (1716-1796) Piano Quartet in B flat Major, Op.21 No.2 |
Historically important example of the emerging (1779) classic piano quartet in early classical style galant. |
Jan van Gilse (1881-1944) Trio for for Flute, Violin and Viola in f minor |
Fusion of late German romanticism with French Impressionis. Fine writing for all three voices. |
Paul Gilson (1865-1942) Trio for Clarinet, Oboe & Piano in b minor |
Wonderful use of tone color and inventive rhythms makes this a highly appealing early modern work. |
Louis Glass (1864-1936) Violin Sonata No.1 in E flat Major, Op.7 |
A bright and lyrical work combining the mid romanticism of Schumann with the moodiness of Bruckner |
Louis Glass (1864-1936) String Quartet No.4 in f# minor, Op.35 |
The Chamber Music Journal calls it a modern masterwork which belongs in every professional quartet's repertoire |
Louis Glass (1864-1936) String Sextet in G Major, Op.15 |
An original sounding work with early modern Nordic tonal tendancies. Fine part writing with good melodies. |
Alexander Glazunov (1865-1936) Elegie for Viola and Piano, Op.44 |
Graceful and elegant, valdictory and tinged with some sadness. A fine recital piece |
Alexander Glazunov (1865-1936) Chant du Ménestrel for Cello & Piano, Op.71 |
A lovely, sad plaint, taking full advantage of the cellos singing qualities |
Alexander Glazunov (1865-1936) String Quartet No.1 in D Major, Op.1 |
Hailed by critics as a brilliant Op.1, especially so for 17 years old. Great part-writing, melodies. A 1st rate work. |
Alexander Glazunov (1865-1936) String Quartet No.2 in F Major, Op.10 |
A charming work with appealing Russian melodies and rhythmic figures. It plays well. |
Alexander Glazunov (1865-1936) String Quartet No.3 in G Maj. Op.26 "Quartet Slav" |
Full of Russian melodies and folk dance rhythms. Boisterous and fun to play. An audience pleaser |
Alexander Glazunov (1865-1936) String Quartet No.4 in a minor, Op.64 |
A work which ought to be in the standard repertoire. Will certainly triumph in concert but good for amateurs too. |
Alexander Glazunov (1865-1936) String Quartet No.5 in d minor, Op.70 |
The same that was said of No.4 could be said of this fine work. Recommended for concert but also for amateurs. |
Alexander Glazunov (1865-1936) String Quartet No.6 in B flat Major, Op.106 |
A massive work composed just after the Russian Revolution. Powerful, dramatic, Russian. A fine work deserving of concert performance. |
Alexander Glazunov (1865-1936) String Quartet No.7 in C Major, Op.107 |
Composed while he was no longer living in Russian. A fond farewell to his beloved homeland. |
Alexander Glazunov (1865-1936) Five Pieces for String Quartet, WoO (1879-1881) |
Begun at the age of 14 while studying with Rimsky Korsakov these 5 Pieces, which predate the Novellettes & Suite are amazingly mature |
Alexander Glazunov (1865-1936) Five Novelettes for String Quartet, Op.15 |
A suite of atmospheric pieces, each different--one Spanish, one Russian Orthodox, one Gypsy-like and an Oriental |
Alexander Glazunov (1865-1936) Suite for String Quartet, Op.35 |
First rate all the way with an exotic Orientale, toe-tapping scherzo & lovely Waltz. Fine part-writing. A real pleasure. |
Alexander Glazunov (1865-1936) Elegy in Memory of M.P. Belaiev for String Qt, Op.105 |
Composed on the 25th anniversary of the death of his friend, the Russian music publisher and chamber music enthusiast. |
Alexander Glazunov (1865-1931) String Quintet (2 Vc) in A Major, Op.39 |
Rich Russian tonal color, highly romantic, great part-writing. One of the best for this combination |
Alexander Glazunov (1865-1931) Reverie Orientale for Clarinet & String Quartet |
This highly emotive one movement work evokes images of the exotic East as seen through Russian eyes. |
Reinhold Gliere (1875-1956) Albumblätter for Cello & Piano, Op.51 |
A marvelous set of 12 character pieces which can be played in their entirety as a full recital or as shorter works |
Reinhold Gliere (1875-1956) String Quartet No.1 in A Major, Op.2 |
Gliere made his name with this Quartet. Rich Russian melodies, mesmerizing rhythms, superb part writing. |
Reinhold Gliere (1875-1956) String Quartet No.2 in g minor, Op.20 |
Dedicated to Rimsky-Korsakov, this quartet is an homage to both him & Borodin. Exotic with wonderful tone color. |
Reinhold Gliere (1875-1956) String Quartet No.3 in d minor, Op.67 |
A masterwork from the important early Soviet (1927) era illustrative of the development of Russian music. |
Reinhold Gliere (1875-1956) String Quartet No.4 in f minor, Op.83 |
Though he was 68 at the time he composed this work, it is full of fire and energy. Another tour d'force. |
Reinhold Gliere (1875-1956) String Sextet No.1 in c minor, Op.1 |
Awarded the Glinka Prize by Rimsky Korsakov & Glazunov. A superb sextet, rich, dramatic, & very exciting. |
Reinhold Gliere (1875-1956) String Sextet No.2 in b minor, Op.2 |
Famous chamber music critic Wilhelm Altmann considered this one every bit as good as Sextet No.1 |
Reinhold Gliere (1875-1956) String Sextet No.3 C Major, Op.11 |
One of the glories of Russian chamber music. Richly tonal, full-blooded and exciting. A masterwork of its kind. |
Reinhold Gliere (1875-1956) String Octet in D Major, Op.5 |
One of the greatest, if not the greatest romantic string octet ever written. Not to be missed by any octet group. |
Mikhail Glinka (1804-1857) Sonata for Viola and Piano in d minor |
One of the earliest sonatas for viola by a Russian and perhaps the first of the romantic era. |
Mikhail Glinka (1804-1857) Trio Pathétique for Pno, Cln, & Bsn or Vln & Vc |
A little early Romantic gem which sounds equally well in the version for piano and winds or piano and strings. |
Mikhail Glinka (1804-1857) Three Russian Songs for Violin, Viola or Cello & Piano |
Very beautiful and highly effective in this setting. Excellent for the concert hall or home. Easy to play. |
Mikhail Glinka (1804-1857) String Quartet No.1 in D Major |
Glinka was only 19 when he started work on it. One of the 1st, if not the 1st quartet by a Russian composersT |
Mikhail Glinka (1804-1857) String Quartet No.2 in F Major |
This charming work has themes from Ruslan & Ludmila but was written 12 years before the opera. |
Mikhail Glinka (1804-1857) Sextet for Piano, String Qt & Bass in E flat Major |
Brimming with gorgeous melodies and good opportunities for all, a fine piece, especially for this rare ensemble. |
Mikhail Glinka (1804-1857) Divertimento Brillante for Piano, String Qt & Bass |
Written at the same time as the Sextet and sharing many of the same qualities. |
Mikhail Glinka (1804-1857) Septet for Oboe, Bassoon, Horn, 2 Violins, Cello & Bass |
From 1823 & the only Russian septet from the 1st part of the 19th century & with Oboe & not clarinet |
Mikhail Gnesin (1883-1957) Little Pieces for Clarinet, Violin, Cello & Piano, Op.60 |
A charming work from his second and later period, easy to play and suitable for amateurs and concert. |
Mikhail Gnesin (1883-1957) Requiem for Piano Quintet, Op.11 |
Influenced by Scriabin, this is an original and important example (1913) of Russian Futurism. |
Benjamin Godard (1849-1895) Violin Sonata No.1 in c minor, Op.1 |
A youthful work, very energetic, dramatic, romantic and exciting from Henri Vieuxtemps protage. Makes an exciting recital choice. |
Benjamin Godard (1849-1895) Violin Sonata No.2 in a minor, Op.2 |
As fine a mid Romantic era French violin sonata as you will find. Superb melody, 1st rate in every way. A top recital choice. |
Benjamin Godard (1849-1895) Violin Sonata No.3 in g minor, Op.9 |
An interesting and unusual sonata sounding quite a part from others of the period. Suitable for both professionals and amateurs |
Benjamin Godard (1849-1895) Violin Sonata No.4 in A flat Major |
Godard's last violin sonata and the one most often performed during his lifetime. A fine work and good choice for the recital hall. |
Benjamin Godard (1849-1895) Six Duettini for 2 Violins & Piano, Op.18 |
Six wonderfully contrasting pieces, some charming and emotive, others exciting and dramatic. A good choice for recitals. |
Piano Trio in No.1 g minor, Op.32 |
Full of elan, French Romanticism at its best with lovely melodies and fine part-wriing |
Benjamin Godard (1849-1895) Piano Trio in No.2 F Major, Op.72 |
Charming melodies, sophiscated harmonies, excellent part-writing. First rate mid-late French Romantic trio. |
Benjamin Godard (1849-1895) Four Morceaux for String Trio, Op.5 |
A charming work, beautifully written. An elegant, shorter trio. Any movement could also serve as a fine encore |
Benjamin Godard (1849-1895) String Quartet No.1 in g minor, Op.33 |
Beautifully written, perfect for amateurs but also good enough for the concert hall. |
Benjamin Godard (1849-1895) String Quartet No.2 in A Major, Op.37 |
A fine work written by a quartet player composer. Appealing melodies and a very exciting finale. |
Benjamin Godard (1849-1895) String Quartet No.3 in A Major, Op.136 |
A masterly work well written for all, The cello is especially generously treated. Satisfying work good for concert & home |
Alexander Goedicke (1877-1957) Violin Sonata No.1 in A Major, Op.10 |
It was with this outstanding work that Goedicke took 1st Prize at the prestigous 3rd Rubinstein Competition. |
Alexander Goedicke (1877-1957) Violin Sonata No.2 in D Major, Op.83 |
In some ways a valedictory leave taking work harking back to Beethoven and Bach |
Alexander Goedicke (1877-1957) Two Pieces for Clarinet & Piano, Op.28 |
Dating from 1921, these two finely crafted pieces show some influence of French impressionism. A good recital candidate. |
Alexander Goedicke (1877-1957) Piano Trio in g minor, Op.14 |
Winner of the Gold Medal at the 1900 Paris Exhibition, a fine late Romantic Russian work. |
Karl Goepfart (1859-1942) Trio for 2 Violins and Viola in G Major, Op.73 |
A fine romantic era work for this underserved combination. Not hard to play, good for home & concert |
Karl Goepfart (1859-1942) Trio for Flute, Oboe & Piano in E flat Major, Op.74 |
Charming work which blends all three instruments in an excellent fashion. Good concert work. |
Karl Goepfart (1859-1942) Trio for Clarinet, Bassoon & Piano in c minor, Op.75 |
Well written for all three voices, appealing melodies, not hard to play and an excellent concert hall choice for this little served ensemble |
Karl Goepfart (1859-1942) Quartet in d for Flute, Oboe, Clarinet & Bassoon |
This is an appealing, tuneful, light-hearted and playful work in the late romantic style. |
Hermann Goetz (1840-1876) Piano Trio in g minor, Op.1 |
A highly-charged, unjustly forgotten mid-romantic masterpiece full of fresh and original melodies. |
Hermann Goetz (1840-1876) Piano Quartet in E Major, Op.6 |
Considered one of the masterpieces of the piano quartet literature. Once a fixture in the concert hall. |
Hermann Goetz (1840-1876) Quintet for Piano, Violin, Viola, Cello & Bass, Op.16 |
A fine addition for the Trout instrumentation. Well-written with no great technical difficulties |
Carl Goldmark (1830-1915) Piano Trio No.1 in B flat Major, Op.4 |
A 19th century concert hall favorite. Fresh and original sounding, excellent part-writing. A very effective work. |
Carl Goldmark (1830-1915) Piano Trio No.2 in e minor, Op.33 |
A superb work which really ought to be returned to the concert stage. Very enjoyable to hear and to play. |
Carl Goldmark (1830-1915) Piano Quintet No.1 in B flat major, Op.30 |
A big work, full of memorable melodies and great part writing. Should be in the repertoire. |
Carl Goldmark (1830-1915) Piano Quintet No.2 in c sharp minor, Op.54 |
Combines late Central European romanticism with advanced chromaticism & elements of impressionism. |
Carl Goldmark (1830-1915) String Quartet in B flat Major, Op.8 |
Typical mid-romantic period work, well written for all of the voices with appealing melodies. |
Carl Goldmark (1830-1915) String Quintet (2Vc) in a minor, Op.9 |
Tonally rich and full-blooded, this work makes excellent use of both cellos in their lower registers. |
Carl Goldmark (1830-1915) Suite for Violin & Piano in D Major, Op.11 |
Beautiful melodies, piquant harmonies and rhythms, original--a recital piece par excellence. |
Rubin Goldmark (1872-1936) Piano Trio in d minor, Op.1 |
His works were once among the most frequently played by an America. Dvorak hailed this trio as first rate |
Rubin Goldmark (1872-1936) Piano Quartet in A Major, Op.12 |
To call this fine work a masterpiece is no exaggeration. A late Romantic era gem. A must for concert performance. |
Carlos Gomes (1836-1896) O burrico de pau for String Quintet or Quartet |
A beautiful and appealing work which musically conveys the composer's journey to heaven on a wooden donkey. |
Jose Pedro de Sant'Anna Gomes (1834-1908) Six Pieces for 2 Violins, Viola, Cello and Bass |
Charming, light-hearted works based on Brazilian melodies. Easy to play and good to perform. |
Eugene Goosens (1893-1962) 5 Impressions of a Holiday for Flute or Violin, Cello & Piano |
An emotive musical picture in the French Impressionist style of the composer's visit to Belgium before WWI |
Charles Gounod (1818-1893) String Quartet in C Major, CG.561 |
Though dedicated to a famous French string quartet ensemble, this charming work is easy to play. |
Charles Gounod (1818-1893) String Quartet in a minor, Op. Post., CG.564 |
Gallic wit and charm combined with a lightness of touch and a sense of playfulness. |
Charles Gounod (1818-1893) Petite Symphonie for Wind Nonet, Op.216 |
Superbly written for winds, with lovely melodies. An essential addition to the wind nonet repertoire. |
Théodore Gouvy (1819-1898) Piano Trio No.2 in a minor, Op.18 |
From Bravura to the dark & foreboding to the comic, you will find it all in this superb and very original piano trio |
Théodore Gouvy (1819-1898) Piano Trio No.3 in B flat Major, Op.19 |
Another excellent, mid romantic work full of attractive melodies and fresh ideas. |
Théodore Gouvy (1819-1898) Piano Trio No.4 in F Major, Op.22 |
Yet another charming, highly appealing work with very catchy melodies and fine writing. |
Théodore Gouvy (1819-1898) Piano Quintet in A Major, Op.24 |
The Chamber Music Journal calls it a masterwork. Judge for yourself and listen to our sound-bites. |
Théodore Gouvy (1819-1898) String Quartet No.1 in B flat Major, Op.16 No.1 |
A mid-romantic work which is fresh and attractive, full of charm and excitement. Plays well and sounds good. |
Théodore Gouvy (1819-1898) String Quartet No.3 in D Major, Op.56 No.1 |
Following in the footsteps of Mendelsohn and Schumann it is is full of fetching melodies and clever touches. Good for home or concert hall |
Théodore Gouvy (1819-1898) String Quartet No.5 in c minor, Op.68 |
Here you will find solemnity interspersed with pathos and lovely melodies from an important mid romantic. |
Théodore Gouvy (1819-1898) String Quintet (2Vc of Vc & Kb) in G Major, Op.55 |
In the scant literature of string quintets for 2 cellos, this is one of the best. Romantic with great melodies |
Théodore Gouvy (1819-1898) Octet for Winds in E flat Major, Op.71 |
A light and bright somewhat Haydnesque work through French romantic mirrors. Well written for all, good for concert or home. |
Théodore Gouvy (1819-1898) Petite Suite Gauloise for Wind Nonet, Op.90 |
A late romantic French take on the baroque suite. Good charming with part writing for all. |
String Quartet No.1 in d minor, Op.33 |
A fresh-sounding, substantial late romantic work with original rhythmic and melodic ideas. |
String Quartet No.2 in D Major, Op.39 |
Dominated by its powerful rhythms but not without lyrical melodies, this is another worthwhile late romantic quartet |
Hermann Grädener (1844-1929) String Octet in C Major, Op.12 |
A big and valuable addition to the limited octet literature. Tonally rich, spacious & full bodied. A fine work. |
Paul Graener (1872-1944) Kammermusikdichtung for Piano Trio, Op.20 |
A powerful and dramatic late Romantic period tone poem. Definitely a good choice for the concert hall |
Paul Graener (1872-1944) Piano Trio in C Major, Op.61 |
Recommended for concert performance mixes post WWI modern with late Romantic melodies. |
String Quartet No.2 in a minor, Op.54 |
1st rate post romantic work. By turns dark and brooding, dramatic and powerful. Good for the concert hall. |
Percy Grainger (1882-1961) Handel in the Strand for Piano Quartet |
Cleverly written in the early 20th century English Popular music style. Great shorter work or superb encore. |
Marie Grandval (1828-1907) Two Pieces for Clarinet and Piano (1881) |
Two emotive works which expertly explore the more lyrical side of the clarinet. |
Marie Grandval (1828-1907) Andante & Intermezzo for Piano Trio (1889) |
Lyrical and beautiful melodies, good part-writing with the aura of the late 19th century Parisian salon. |
Alexander Gretchaninov (1864-1956) String Quartet No.1 in G Major, Op.2 |
Very Russian. From one of Rimsky's most talented students. A prize-winning, late 19th century romantic gem. |
Alexander Gretchaninov (1864-1956) String Quartet No.2 in d minor, Op.70 |
An extraordinary mixture of late Russian romanticism with French impressionism. Very original and engaging. |
Alexander Gretchaninov (1864-1956) String Quartet No.3 in c minor, Op.75 |
Powerful, expressive, dramatic, combines late Russian romanticism with modern trends. Very fine work. |
Alexander Gretchaninov (1864-1956) String Quartet No.4 in F Major, Op.124 |
Inspired by Beethoven's 5th Symphony, but full of Russian folk melody and several modern post WW1 tonal & harmonic touches.. |
Alexander Gretchaninov (1864-1956) Piano Trio No.1 in c minor, Op.38 |
A mainstream late romantic work with fine melodies and excellent part writing. |
Edvard Grieg (1843-1907) Andante con moto in c minor for Piano Trio |
The first movement of what was meant to be an entire piano trio, this is a stand alone little gem. |
Charles Tomlinson Griffes (1884-1920) 2 Sketches for String Quartet based on Indian Themes |
One hears the Indian themes through the exotic music of the French Impressionists. Very atmospheric. |
Leo Grill (1846-1919) String Quartet No.1 in E flat Major, Op.9 |
A fine mid-romantic era work. Excellent part-writing, appealing melodies, good for concert hall or home. |
Johann Benjamin Gross (1809-1848) String Quartet No.3 in f minor, Op.37 |
An appealing and worthwhile mid-romantic work from an almost exact contemporary and friend of Mendelssohn. |
Gabriel Grovlez (1879-1944) Lamento & Tarantelle for Clarinet & Piano |
It served as the 1923 Solo de Concours work of the Paris Conservatory competition. Excellent recital choice. |
Miniature Piano Trio in G Major, Op.181 |
Although it was written for players of modest ability looking for a concert choice, it does not sound that way |
Adalbert Gyrowetz (1763-1850) Quartet for Flute, Violin, Viola & Cello in D Major, Op.11 No.1 |
Could easy be mistaken for a work by Haydn or Mozart. Charming, fun to play and appealing. |
Adalbert Gyrowetz (1763-1850) Piano Trio in A Major, Op.12 No.1 |
In the style of Haydn's London Trios of the 1790's. Appealing and pleasant to play. |
Grand Trio in E flat Major, Op.43 |
A charming work which can be played by either a clarinet trio or standard piano trio. |
Divertissement for Flute or Violin, Cello & Piano, Op.50 |
This lovely work dating from 1801 was aimed at the burgeoning home music making market. |
String Quartet in B flat Major, Op.1 No.3 |
A fine example of the styles of the late Mannheim School and that of the early emerging Vienna Classical style. |
Adalbert Gyrowetz (1763-1850) String Quartet in D Major, Op.13 No.1 |
His style closely resembled that of Haydn but here the 2nd violin, viola & cello are given better parts than Haydn |
String Quartet in D Major, Op.21 No.3 |
His works were often passed off as Haydn's & this one would make a welcome substitue for one in concert. |
String Quartet in E flat Major, Op.29 No.1 |
The first of an innovative set of quartets which has elements which anticipated Beethoven's Op.18 quartets. |
Adalbert Gyrowetz (1763-1850) String Quartet in G Major Op.29 No.2 |
Regarded by critics of the day as the equal of Haydn's Sunrise Quartet. Excellent choice for the concert hall |
Adalbert Gyrowetz (1763-1850) String Quintet (2 Violas) in C Major, Op.36 |
His good friend Haydn never wrote one, but it is not a stretch to think had he, it might have sounded like this |