Eduard Napravnik (1839-1916)

Fantaisie on Russian Themes for Violin & Piano, Op.30

Mid Late Romantic work which makes an excellent recital choice based on many well-known Russian melodies

Eduard Napravnik (1839-1916)

Violin Sonata in G Major, Op.52

A real late Romantic powerhouse. This massive work undoubtedly belongs in the repertoire.

Eduard Napravnik (1839-1916)

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

1st Prize winner of the Imperial Russian Music Soceity 1876 Competition. Captivating melodies, fine part-writing, all round good work

Eduard Napravnik (1839-1916)

Piano Trio No.2 in d minor, Op.62

Well written with compelling melodies, exciting and dramatic. An excellent choice for the concert hall and a good pick for amateurs too.

Eduard Napravnik (1839-1916)

Piano Quartet in a minor, Op.42

A first rate work, full of fetching Russian melody. Belongs in the concert hall & on the stands of amateurs as well

Eduard Napravnik (1839-1916)

String Quartet No.2 in A Major, Op.28

This very original and appealing work belongs in the concert hall and the repertoire. Not at all difficult and also good for amateurs.

Eduard Napravnik (1839-1916)

String Quartet No.3 in C Major, Op.65

Dedicated to and often performed with success by the famous Bohemian String Qt. Good for concert or home.

Pietro Nardini (1722-1793)

Sonata for Viola and Piano in f minor

One of the finest works of its type for viola from the late baroque era.

Pietro Nardini (1722-1793)

String Quartet Nos.1 and 2

The first 2 of his eight known string quartets, these genial works  hark back to the Italian Baroque rather than the early classical era

Pietro Nardini (1722-1793)

String Quartet Nos.3 and 4

These quartets, like their four companion works are interesting examples of the Italian Baroque string quartet.

Pietro Nardini (1722-1793)

String Quartet Nos.5 and 6

These two quartets by one of Italy's best know 18th century violinists recalls the Italian Baroque and is in that style.

Ernst Naumann (1832-1910)

Viola Sonata in g minor, Op.1

A first rate work from the mid-romantic era which is as good as anything from this period. Not to be missed..

Ernst Naumann (1832-1910)

 String Trio in D Major, Op.12

Inspired by the Vienna Classics and Schumann, this lovely trio is a welcome addition to the repertoire.

Ernst Naumann (1832-1910)

String Quintet No.2 (2 Vla) in E flat Major, Op.13

A wonderful work, full of bravura, appealing melodies, good part-writing. 1st rate addition to the repertoire.

Karl Nawratil (1836-1914)

String Quartet No.2 in d minor, Op.21

Good part-writing and appealing melodies characterize this fine romantic work. Good for concert & amateurs

Oskar Nedbal (1874-1930)

 Violin Sonata in b minor, Op.9

A fine late romantic violin sonata from the famous violinist and composition student of Dvorak

Oskar Nedbal (1874-1930)

Valse Triste for String Quartet

Originally from a ballet suite, Nedbal arranged it for quartet and it became an instant popular encore.

Joachim Bruun de Neergaard (1877-1920)

 String Quartet No.1

A superb addition to the Post-Brahmsian romantic repertoire; original with excellent part-writing for all.

Alberto Nepomuceno (1864-1920)

Piano Trio in f sharp minor (1916)

Alberto Nepomuceno (1864-1920)

String Quartet No.1 (1889) World Premiere Edition

Alberto Nepomuceno (1864-1920)

String Quartet No.2 in g minor (1890)

Alberto Nepomuceno (1864-1920)

 String Qt No.3 "Brasileiro" (World Premiere Edition)

Tremendous masterpiece, superbly combines Brazilian melody with the late romantic idiom. Not to be missed.

Franz Neruda (1843-1915)

Musikalische Märchen for Vln or Cln, Vla & Vc, Op.40

A wistful, evocative work equally effective as a string trio or for clarinet, viola and cello.

Laura Netzel (1839-1927)

Sonata for Cello and Piano in e minor, Op.66

This first class late Romantic era cello sonata would surely have found a place in the recital halls if she had been a man.

Laura Netzel (1839-1927)

Chanson Slav for Violin & Piano, Op.53

A fine showpiece for violin but not a work which require a virtuoso so it can also be recommended to amateurs of good ability

Laura Netzel (1839-1927)

Tarantelle for Violin & Piano, Op.53

A good choice for recital or competition. A very accomlished example of the Italian dance form.

Laura Netzel (1843-1915)

Serenade for Piano Trio, Op.50

This lovely one movement work makes a fine choice where a shorter program work is required or a very nice encore

Laura Netzel (1839-1927)

Piano Trio in d minor, Op.78

This trio might well have entered the repertoire had it been written by a German or Austrian male composer

Sigismund Neukomm (1778-1858)

 String Quintet (2 Violas) L'amante abandonnée

A dramatic, programmatic work--"The abandoned lover"--musically describes trials & tribulations of love.

SSigismund Neukomm (1778-1858)

 String Quintet (2 Violas) Une Fête de Village en Suisse

A chamber music tone poem "Festival in a Swiss Village"--in the tradition of Beethoven's 6th symphony

Sigismund Neukomm (1778-1858)

Clarinet (Or Oboe) Qnt in B flat, Op.8 "Schöne Minka"

A fine work, good melodies & part writing & an excellent set of variations on a famous Ukrainian folksong.

Carl Nielsen (1865-1931)

Violin Sonata No.1 in A Major, Op.9

An early modern work, very advanced for its time (1895) in both its ideas and tonalities. Very individualistic.

Carl Nielsen (1865-1931)

Violin Sonata No.2, Op.35

More modern than the first but still firmly tonal though with much unconventional & striking tonalities. (1912)

Carl Nielsen (1865-1931)

Piano Trio in G Major (1883)

Composed before he entered the Danish Conservatory. Show the influence of Mozart & early Beethoven

Carl Nielsen (1865-1931)

 String Quartet No.1 in g minor, Op.13

The first of his trail-blazing quartets which opened new paths for 20th cent composers. Original and fresh.

Carl Nielsen (1865-1931)

 String Quartet No.2 in f minor, Op.5

A pioneering work full of unusual ideas and daring tonalities for that time (1889)

Carl Nielsen (1865-1931)

 String Quartet No.3 in E flat Major, Op.14

Powerful, tonally advanced, highly original and well ahead of its time (1898). An important master quartet

Carl Nielsen (1865-1931)

 String Quartet No.4 in F Major, Op.44

Here, Nielsen set himself the goal of writing a charming and appealing modern work.

Carl Nielsen (1865-1931)

 String Quintet in G Major (1888)

A youthful work, but what is extraordinary is that it sounds years ahead of anything else being written at this time.

Carl Nielsen (1865-1931)

Serenata in Vano-Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Cello & Bass

A serenade in vain. A humorous little work which always makes wonderful impression in concert.

Carl Nielsen (1865-1931)

 Little Suite for Strings (Nonet) Op.1

Appealing work intended for nonet or very small string orchestra & not the full string sections of big orchestras

Ludolf Nielsen (1876-1939)

 String Quartet No.2 in c minor, Op.5

An interesting and worthwhile work from the late Danish Romantic and early modern era.

Ludolf Nielsen (1876-1939)

 String Quartet No.3 in C Major, Op.41

A powerful and thought provoking post-romantic work. Fine string writing, very effective early modern work

Alexander Nikolsky (1874-1943)

Two Pieces for String Trio (1890)

Charming late Russian Romanic era pieces, good part writing and no technical difficulties

Johann Nisle (1780-1873)

String Quartet No.1 in g minor

Aimed at the home music making market but this work is not only good enough for home but also for concert

Kurt Noack (1895-1945)

Heinzelmannchens Wachtparade for Str Qt or Pno Trio

'Guard Watch of the Gnomes' one of the most popular salon pieces heard in Vienna cafes & throughout Europe

Ludvig Norman (1831-1885)

Piano Trio No.1 in D Major, Op.4

A buoyant, youthful, Schumannesque work, full of energy and appealing melodies, with fine part-writing. Good for concert or home.

Ludvig Norman (1831-1885)

Piano Quartet in e minor, Op.10

A beautifully written mid Romantic era (1862), fine melodies, good part-writing. Can be recommended to pros & amateurs

Ludvig Norman (1831-1885)

String Quartet in a minor, Op.65

One of his last works, it shows the influence of his Leipzig Conservatory training with an updated Schumannesque style.

Ludvig Norman (1831-1885)

String Quintet (2 Violas) in c minor, Op.35

One can hear the echoes of Mendelssohn who was the reason he chose to study at the Leipzig Conservatory

Ludvig Norman (1831-1885)

String Sextet in A Major, Op.18

A combination of Scandinavian melody and filtered through the influence of his mentor Robert Schumann

 Zygmunt Noskowski  (1846-1909)

String Quartet No.1 in d minor, Op.9

 Zygmunt Noskowski  (1846-1909)

Piano Quartet in d minor, Op.8

Ottokar Nováček  (1866-1900)

String Quartet No.2 in E flat Major, Op.10

 Vitĕzslav Novák  (1870-1949)

String Quartet No.1 in G Major, Op.22

 Vitĕzslav Novák  (1870-1949)

String Quartet No.2 in D Major, Op.35

 Vitĕzslav Novák  (1870-1949)

String Quartet No.3 in G Major, Op.66

 Vitĕzslav Novák  (1870-1949)

Piano Trio No.1 in g minor, Op.1

 Vitĕzslav Novák  (1870-1949)

Piano Trio No.2 in d minor, Op.27, Quasi una Ballata

 Vitĕzslav Novák  (1870-1949)

Piano Quartet in c minor, Op.7

 Vitĕzslav Novák  (1870-1949)

Piano Quintet in a minor, Op.12

Jozef Nowakowski  (1800-1865)

Piano Quintet in E flat Major, Op.17

Jacques Offenbach  (1819-1881)

Deux Âmes au Ciel for Cello & Piano, Op.25

A fine recital piece which makes excellent use of all registers. Brooding and very evocative.

Jacques Offenbach  (1819-1881)

Introduction & Valse Mélancolique for Cello & Piano

A recital piece typical of the mid romantic (1839) era. At once sad and wistful, yet elegant and light.

Jacques Offenbach  (1819-1881)

Réverie au Bord de la Mer for Cello & Piano

Smooth and dreamlike, the music takes the cello from its very heights down to the lowest notes on its C.

Jacques Offenbach  (1819-1881)

La Course en Traineau for Cello & Piano

A little gem. The outer sections our quick and fleet while the middle is full of wonderful lyricism.

Jacques Offenbach  (1819-1881)

Four Recital Pieces for  Cello & Piano

We have taken the above four works and made a little recital album for cellists from which to choose.

Per August Ölander (1824-1886)

String Sextet in D Major (1850)

An early sextet from the time of Schumann & Mendelssohn. A real gem, 1st rate in every way.

Juan Oliver y Astorga (1733-1830)

String Trio for 2 Violins & Cello in C Major

Influenced by & in the style of the Mannheim composers. Nicely written for all three parts, not difficult.

Max d'Ollone  (1875-1959)

String Quartet in D Major (1898)

A youthful bright and genial French Impressionist work as good as those of Debussy and Ravel.

Max d'Ollone  (1875-1959)

Piano Trio in a minor (1920)

Very original both rhythmically and melodically. A stunning, post-impressionist work.

Franz Ondricek  (1857-1922)

Scherzo Capriccioso for Violin & Piano, Op.18

By turns fast and exciting then lyrical and romantic, it makes a first class recital piece or encore.

Norman O'Neill  (1875-1934)

Piano Trio in One Movement, Op.32

Bright and upbeat, combining touches of English theater music with French impressionism and American trends

George Onslow  (1784-1853)

Sonata No.1 in F Major for Cello or Viola, Op.16 No.1

The first of a magnificent set of three which must rank among the very best of such works from the early Romantic era.

George Onslow  (1784-1853)

Sonata No.2 in c minor for Cello or Viola, Op.16 No.2

Described by a well-known contemporary critic as full of passion, the equal of those of Beethoven. An excellent recital choice.

George Onslow  (1784-1853)

Viola Sonata No.3 in A Major, Op.16 No.3

At time recalling late Mozart, at other times early Beethoven, this sonata should be on every violist's recital list.

George Onslow  (1784-1853)

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

The 1st of three dedicated to his friend and piano virtuoso Jan Dussek. Traces of Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven, but pure Onslow

George Onslow  (1784-1853)

Piano Trio No.3 in g minor, Op.3 No.3

The third of Onslow's first three piano trios (1807). They created a sensation in Paris when premiered.

George Onslow  (1784-1853)

Piano Trio No.4 in e minor, Op.14 No.1

An exciting and beautiful work which was in the standard repertoire up to WWI. Great fun.

George Onslow  (1784-1853)

Piano Trio No.5 in E flat Major, Op.14 No.2

Part of one of the most famous sets of piano trios in the 10th century. Often programed, listen and see why.

George Onslow  (1784-1853)

Piano Trio No.6 in D Major, Op.14 No.3

Excellent in everyway. Fine part writing, appealing melodies, excitement, drama. A great concert choice and playable by amateurs

George Onslow   (1784-1853)

Piano Trio No.7 in d minor, Op.20

Well-written for each instrument, catchy melodies. A good choice for the concert hall.

George Onslow   (1784-1853)

Piano Trio No.8 in c minor, Op.26

A work which is lyrical, dramatic & exciting. Good part-writing. Popular concert work thru out the 19th century

George Onslow   (1784-1853)

Piano Trio No.9 in G Major, Op.27

A genial and appealing work with attractive melodies. Sunny, bright and upbeat.

George Onslow   (1784-1853)

Piano Trio No.10 in f minor, Op.83

Written in 1852 shortly before his death, this superb trio shows he retained the ability to write 1st rate music.

George Onslow   (1784-1853)

Piano Quintet No.1 in b minor, Op.70

One of the great ones. It has everything. Unfathomable how it fell into oblivion. For cello & bass or 2 cellos

George Onslow   (1784-1853)

String Quartet No.1 in B flat Major, Op.4 No.1

A new voice, not like Haydn or Mozart, dating from 1807, before studying composition formally, an extraordinary achievement.

George Onslow   (1784-1853)

String Quartet No.2 in D Major, Op.4 No.2

Listening to this work, one would think it was by an experienced master, not a beginner without lessons!

George Onslow   (1784-1853)

String Quartet No.3 in a minor, Op.4 No.3

Hard to believe Onslow wrote such a fine work without formal instruction. Great concert & home choice.

George Onslow   (1784-1853)

String Quartet No.4 in c minor, Op.8 No.1

Pioneering work, cello treated as a total equal. Hailed as a masterpiece by The Chamber Music Journal.

George Onslow   (1784-1853)

String Quartet No.5 in F Major, Op.8 No.2

The second of t his ground-breaking set of three. A tuneful work, elegant and full of charm..

George Onslow   (1784-1853)

String Quartet No.6 in A Major, Op.8 No.3

He uses Spanish melodies & rhythms which no other composer at the time except Boccherini had done.

George Onslow   (1784-1853)

String Quartet No.7, Op.9 No.1 "God Save the King"

This once famous quartet takes its name from its excellent variations on the British national anthem.

George Onslow   (1784-1853)

String Quartet No.8, Op.9 No.2

The middle work in this once famous set of three often compared to Beethoven's Op.18 during the 19th cent.

George Onslow   (1784-1853)

String Quartet No.9, Op.9 No.3

In 1813, no one else was writing anything this advanced, except Beethoven. A top-notch work.

George Onslow   (1784-1853)

String Quartet No.10, Op.10 No.1

This was an experimental quartet for Onslow heavily influenced by Beethoven's Op.18. Very unusual.

George Onslow   (1784-1853)

String Quartet No.11, Op.10 No.2

Exciting and dramatic with a minuet more like a scherzo using the folk dance of the Auvergne.

George Onslow   (1784-1853)

String Quartet No.12, Op.10 No.3

Except for its somber introduction this is lightest & brightest of this famous set of three quartets

George Onslow   (1784-1853)

String Quartet No.14, Op.21 No.2

A fine work with excellent part-writing for all of the voices from the beginning (1822) of Onslow's middle period

George Onslow   (1784-1853)

String Quartet No.15, Op.21 No.3

Opens with an arresting march-like theme & unusual trill use. Haunting slow movemt, lively scherzo & finale. Fun to play & hear

George Onslow   (1784-1853)

String Quartet No.18, Op.36 No.3

The Chamber Music Journal calls it one of his best. Exciting from start to finish.

George Onslow   (1784-1853)

String Quartet No.19, Op.46 No.1

Belongs in the concert repertoire! Exciting mid-romantic work, advanced tonalities for the time (1830)

George Onslow   (1784-1853)

String Quartet No.20, Op.46 No.2

Fine choice for either concert performance or home music making. Full of exitement with extraordinary pizzicato slow movement.

George Onslow   (1784-1853)

String Quartet No.21, Op.46 No.3

An exciting work which belongs in the repertoire by the early 19th century French Master (1831)

George Onslow  (1784-1853)

String Quartet No.22, Op.47

A great one, this work has it all. Full of drama and excitement. A must-have for professionals & amateurs.

George Onslow  (1784-1853)

String Quartet No.23, Op.48

A fine intermezzo and one of the very best and most exciting scherzos you will find anywhere. Good for concert or home.

George Onslow  (1784-1853)

String Quartet No.25, Op.50

Vintage Onslow. Exciting, highly dramatic. Full of surprises and fine melodies.

George Onslow  (1784-1853)

String Quartet No.28, Op.54

Virtually all of Onslow's quartets from this period, the mid 1830's, exhibit the same qualities, drama, excitement & good melodies.

George Onslow  (1784-1853)

String Quartet No.29, Op.55

Captivating and very exciting with appealing melodiess from start to finish. One of his very best.

 George Onslow  (1784-1853)

String Quartet No.30, Op.56

 George Onslow  (1784-1853)

String Quartet No.35, Op.66

George Onslow  (1784-1853)

String Quintet (2 Cellos or 2 Violas) No.2, Op.1 No.2

George Onslow  (1784-1853)

String Quintet (2 Cellos) No.4, Op.17

George Onslow  (1784-1853)

String Quintet (2 Cellos or 2 Violas) No.6, Op.19

George Onslow  (1784-1853)

String Quintet (2 Cellos or 2 Violas) No.8, Op.24

 George Onslow  (1784-1853)

String Quintet (2Vc or 2Vla or Vc & Bass ) No.9, Op.25

 George Onslow  (1784-1853)

String Quintet (2Vc or 2Vla or Vc & Bass ) No.10, Op.32

 George Onslow  (1784-1853)

String Quintet (2Vc or 2Vla or Vc & Bass ) No.11, Op.33

 George Onslow  (1784-1853)

String Quintet (2Vc or Vc & Bass ) No.12, Op.34

 George Onslow  (1784-1853)

String Quintet (2Vc or 2Vla or Vc & Bass ) No.13, Op.35

 George Onslow  (1784-1853)

String Quintet (2Vc or 2Vla ) No.16, Op.39

 George Onslow  (1784-1853)

String Quintet (2Vc or 2Vla ) No.17, Op.40

 George Onslow  (1784-1853)

String Quintet (2Vc or 2Vla or Vc & Bass ) No.19, Op.44

 George Onslow  (1784-1853)

String Quintet (2Vc or 2Vla or Vc & Bass ) No.20, Op.45

George Onslow  (1784-1853)

String Quintet (2 Vc or Vc & Bass ) No.21, Op.51

George Onslow  (1784-1853)

String Quintet (2 Vc or Vc & Bass ) No.22, Op.57

George Onslow  (1784-1853)

String Quintet (2 Vc or Vc & Bass ) No.23, Op.58

George Onslow  (1784-1853)

String Quintet (2 Vc or Vc & Bass ) No.26, Op.67

George Onslow  (1784-1853)

String Quintet (2 Vc or Vc & Bass ) No.27, Op.68

George Onslow  (1784-1853)

String Quintet (2 Vc or Vc & Bass ) No.28, Op.72

George Onslow  (1784-1853)

String Quintet (2 Vc or Vc & Bass ) No.29, Op.73

George Onslow  (1784-1853)

String Quintet (2 Vc or Vc & Bass ) No.30, Op.74

 George Onslow  (1784-1853)

String Quintet (2 Violas) No.32 in d minor, Op.78

 George Onslow  (1784-1853)

String Quintet (2 Violas) No.33 in c minor, Op.80

 George Onslow  (1784-1853)

String Quintet (2 Violas) No.34 in E Major, Op.82

George Onslow  (1784-1853)

Sextet for Piano & Winds or Strings in a, Op.77bis

 George Onslow  (1784-1853)

Wind Quintet in F Major, Op.81

 George Onslow  (1784-1853)

Nonet for Winds & Strings a minor, Op.77

George Onslow's String Quartets

A book by R.H.R. Silvertrust

(Editor of The Chamber Music Journal)

The only book in English about Onslow's string quartets which Schumann & Mendelssohn considered to be as good as those of Mozart, Haydn & Beethoven.

 Ignatius de Orellana (1866-1931)

String Trio in c minor (1888)

George Alexander Osborne (1806-1893)

Piano Trio No.3 in G Major, Op.52

Combines the melodic style of Schubert & Mendelssohn with Italian opera. A fun work & good for the concert hall

Henrique Oswald (1852-1931)

Serrana for Piano Trio

A lovely Brazilian romantic serenade which makes a fine encore or serves well where a shorter program work is needed.

Henrique Oswald (1852-1931)

Piano Trio No.1 in g minor, Op.9

A good, late Romantic era work by one of Brazil's most important late 19th century composers.

Henrique Oswald (1852-1931)

Piano Quintet in C Major, Op.18

A big and impressive work from one of Brazil's important composers in the late Romantic idiom.

Frederick Ouseley (1825-1889)

String Quartet in d minor (1868)

A rare example of English chamber music from the mid Victorian period. No difficulties, good part writing.

Frederick Ouseley (1825-1889)

String Quartet in C Major

Tuneful and easy to play, this is an excellent choice for amateurs and student ensembles.

Paul Pabst (1854-1897)

Piano Trio in A Major (1895)

Dedicated to the memory of his friend Anton Rubinstein, this appealing work deserves to be heard in concert.

Ignacy Paderewski (1860-1941)

Melodie for Violin and Piano, Op.16 No.2

This famous work originally for his own instrument, is more suited to the singing qualities of a string instrument. Excellent encore

Niccolo Paganini  (1782-1840)

Trio for Violin, Cello & Guitar in D Major (1833)

Full of the kind of attractive melodies which helped to make Paganin famous. A wonderful work for all.

Niccolo Paganini  (1782-1840)

Terzetto for Violia Cello & Guitar in D Major (1833)

Superb work for this unusual combination. All 3 instruments are treated to grateful and fetching solos. Very fine indeed.

Niccolo Paganini  (1782-1840)

Grand Quartetto in E Major

Dating from 1818 this was the only string quartet published during Paganini's lifetime. Full of his lovely melodies. Fun to play.

Giovanni Paisiello  (1740-1816)

Six Quartets for Flute, Violin, Viola & Cello, Op.23

These tuneful and appealing works were written for the emerging Parisian amateur market. Good for concert or home

Horatio Parker  (1863-1919)

Suite for Piano Trio in A Major

Baroque in structure Romantic in melody. Elegant & charming. Fine part writing.

Hubert Parry  (1848-1918)

Cello Sonata in A Major (1880/1888)

A fine example of a late 19th century British Romantic cello sonata. Makes a good choice for recital.

Hubert Parry  (1848-1918)

Two Intermezzi for String Trio (1886)

Lovely mid-late Romantic work with attractive melodes and rich harmonies that create a very full sound.

Hubert Parry  (1848-1918)

Piano Trio No.i in e minor

A work of the first order. Belongs in the concert hall but will also be enjoyed by amateurs.

Hubert Parry  (1848-1918)

Piano Trio No.2 in b minor

Full-blooded, rich melodies with fine part-writing. In the mid-late Romantic style.

Hubert Parry  (1848-1918)

Piano Quartet in A flat Major

A fine work by any standard & one of the best 19th cent by a British composer. A concert hall choice for sure.

Ernst Pauer  (1826-1905)

Quintet for Piano & Winds in F Major, Op.44

One of the very best works for this combination. Each instrument is given a chance to shine. Very well written

Dora Pejačevič  (1885-1923)

2 Pieces for Violin & Piano, Opp.22 & 34

Romanza and Elegia, two lovely, lyrical and romantic works. Excellent choices for the recital hall

Dora Pejačevič  (1885-1923)

Piano Trio in C Major, Op.29

A superb late romantic masterpiece, full of attractive, lyrical themes and beautiful writing.

Dora Pejačevič  (1885-1923)

Piano Quartet in d minor, Op.25

Another first rate work from this unjustly neglected composer. Great choice for concerthall or home.

Richard von Perger  (1854-1911)

String Trio in d minor, Op.12

One would not be far off calling this fine work the string trio Brahms never got around to writing.

Richard von Perger  (1854-1911)

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

Dedicated to his friend & teacher Johannes Brahms, this is a superb mid-late romantic era work. Good choice for concert or home.

Richard von Perger  (1854-1911)

String Quartet No.2 in B flat Major, Op.11

Interestingly put together and filled with original and unusual rhythmic treatments, an engaging work.

Richard von Perger  (1854-1911)

String Quartet No.3 in A Major, Op.15

Dedicated to the famous violinist and quartet leader Joseph Joachim a sound work for concert or home.

Lorenzo Perosi  (1872-1956)

String Quartet No.3 in G Major (1928)

Late romantic, sunny Italian sounding work but not without some recognition of tonal advances beyond.

Edward Baxter Perry  (1855-1924)

Prize Winning String Quartet in G Major (1890)

Awarded 1st Prize by the famous Joachim Quartet. An appealing work which is easy to play & good to hear.

Johann Persiany  (1872-19??)

String Quartet in A Major, Op.1

A typical example of the late Russian Romantic Movement of the Beliaev Circle. Tune & very well written.

Guido Peters  (1866-1937)

String Quartet No.2 in c minor (1910)

A powerful & dramatic late romantic quartet. By turns riveting & lyrical. Well-written, would be good in concert

Wilhelm Peterson-Berger  (1867-1942)

Violin Sonata in e minor, Op.1

A big romantic work, one of the finest in the Scandinavian literature. Surely belongs in the recital hall.

Georges Pfeiffer (1835-1908)

Musette for Oboe, Clarinet & Bassoon, Op.47

This fine wind trio which started out as a piece for piano illustrates gift for effective composition.

Johann Pezel (1639-1694)

String Trio for Violin, Viola & Cello (1669)

There are virtually no Baroque era trios for violin, viola & cello, only 2 violins & cello. This one fills the gap.

Georges Pfeiffer (1835-1908)

Piano Trio No.2 in D major, Op.103

A fine French romantic work, fresh-sounding and original. Good writing and deserving of performance

Hans Pfitzner (1869-1949)

Cello Sonata in f sharp minor, Op.1

Hailed by the critics as "Brahms' 3rd Cello Sonata", this 1st class work belongs in the recital repertoire.

Hans Pfitzner (1869-1949)

Violin Sonata in e minor, Op.27

Big, post-Brahmsian, late Romantic work in which Pfitner moves to extend the bounds of conventional tonality.

Hans Pfitzner (1869-1949)

Piano Trio No.2 in F Major, Op.8

A massive and highly original work from the late romatic era hailed as a must play in the concerthall by Altmann

Hans Pfitzner (1869-1949)

Piano Quintet in C Major, Op.23

Critics hailed the work as something Brahms might have written had he been alive in 1908. Late Romantic with modern tonalities.

Hans Pfitzner (1869-1949)

String Quartet No.1 in D Major, Op.13

A very late romantic work showing adventurous tonalities very unusual use of counterpoint.

Riccardo Pick-Mangiagalli (1882-1949)

Sirventese for Violin & Piano (1908)

A short, attractive, light and bright allegretto which makes an excellent short recital work or encore

Riccardo Pick-Mangiagalli (1882-1949)

String Quartet in g minor, Op.18

A very atmospheric work combining elements of late Romanticism with French Impressionism.

Gabriel Pierné (1863-1937)

Fantasie-Impromptu for Violin & Piano, Op.4

A first genre pieces which showcases the violin. Makes a fine shorter rectial piece or great encore.

Gabriel Pierné (1863-1937)

Serenade for Violin & Piano, Op.7

A charming work in the Spanish style. A sure audience pleaser and great encore selection.

Gabriel Pierné (1863-1937)

Sonata for Violin and Piano, Op.36

An elegant work, full of charm. Fresh and original. An important contribution to the sonata repertoire

Gabriel Pierné (1863-1937)

Cello Sonata in f sharp minor, Op.46

A highly original and unusual, modern French combines cylical style of Cesar Franck with telling use of pizzicato

Gabriel Pierné (1863-1937)

Solo de Concert for Bassoon & Piano, Op.35

Composed for a competition in the late French Romantic style, by turns dramatic, lyrical and brilliant.

Gabriel Pierné (1863-1937)

Prelude de Concert for Bassoon & Piano, Op.53

Based on a theme by the Renaissance composer Henry Purcell, written in a neo classical style.

Gabriel Pierné (1863-1937)

Canzonetta for Clarinet & Piano, Op.19

A fluid, elegant waltz which shows of the clarinet to great advantage without making any great technical demands

Gabriel Pierné (1863-1937)

Sonata da camera for Flute, Cello and Piano, Op.48

A very appealing work which handles the combination of instruments as if they were made for each other.

Gabriel Pierné (1863-1937)

Piano Trio in c minor, Op.45

A big very original post-romantic French work which owes little to the composers who came before him.

Gabriel Pierné (1863-1937)

Preludio & Fughetta for Winds, Op.40 No.1

A bright and perky modern take a famous old Baroque type of structure. Great short concert work.

Johann Peter Pixis (1788-1874)

Piano Trio No.1 in E flat Major, Op.75

Dedicated to the famous pianist Johann Nepomuk Hummel, this trio requires an excellent pianist. But what a trio! Superb & exicitng..

Johann Peter Pixis (1788-1874)

Piano Trio No.3 in b minor, Op.95

A trio which is both exciting, beautiful and original with good part writing. Belongs in the concert  hall for sure.

Ildebrando Pizzetti (1880-1968)

String Quartet No.1 in A Major

In many ways, a ground breaking work of early 20th century Italian chamber music. Good choice for concert.

Ignaz Pleyel (1757-1831)

String Trio Concertant in E flat Major, Op.11 No.1

The first of one of the finest set of trio concertants from the classical era. Unusual touches as horns are imitated

Ignaz Pleyel (1757-1831)

String Trio Concertant in D Major, Op.11 No.2

This trio has several unusual effects, including a section with a theme based on the notes B-A-C-H

Ignaz Pleyel (1757-1831)

String Trio Concertant in F Major, Op.11 No.3

Here the cello and the viola are given the lead more frequently than usual from this era.

Ignaz Pleyel (1757-1831)

"Prussian" String Quartet No.4 in C Major, Op.9 No.4

The 4th Quartet dedicated to the same cello-playing King of Prussia as those quartets Mozart and Haydn.

Ignaz Pleyel (1757-1831)

"Prussian" String Quartet No.5 in A Major, Op.9 No.5

The 5th Quartet dedicated to the same cello-playing King of Prussia as those quartets Mozart and Haydn.

Ignaz Pleyel (1757-1831)

"Prussian" String Quartet No.6 in E flat Maj, Op.9 No.6

The last of the set dedicated to the cello-playing King of Prussia. Historically important & fun to play.

Ignaz Pleyel (1757-1831)

String Quintet (2 Violas) in g minor, B.272

Mozart called him the next Haydn. Pleyel's quintets might well be considered what Haydn would have produced if he had written one

Ignaz Pleyel (1757-1831)

String Sextet (2Vln, 2Vla, Vc & Kb) in F Major

One of the first string sextets and one of the few with bass. In concertante style with solos for all.

Wladimir Pogojeff (1851-1935)

Theme & Variations for String Quartet, Op.3

Just the sort of work that, Borodin, Kopylov, Sokolov and Rimsky-Korsakov's other students wrote. Charming.

Wladimir Pogojeff (1851-1935)

Quartettino in C Major for String Quartet, Op.5

A late Russian Romantic work in a lighter vein showing the influence of Rimsky Korsakov

Wladimir Pogojeff (1851-1935)

String Quartet in d minor, Op.7

Another accomplished work from the Belaiev circle in the tradition of Borodin, Sokolov, Blumenfeld & Glazunov

William Henry Pommer (1851-1937)

Piano Quintet in d minor, Op.21

An appealing work by an unjustly ignored American composer writing in the late Romantic idiom.

Manuel Ponce (1882-1948))

Petite Suite dans le Style Ancien for String Trio

A modern take of the music of the Baroque and Johann Sebastian Bach in particular. Good for concert & home.

Manuel Ponce (1882-1948))

4 Miniatures for String Quartet

An interesting and challenging work which combines the influence of Impressionism, neo-classicism & polyphony

Amilcare Ponchielli (1843-1913)

Capriccio for Oboe & Piano (circa 1855)

A theme and marvelous virtuoso set of variations which show off the oboe in all its glory. Great recital work

Amilcare Ponchielli (1843-1913)

Il Convegno for 2 Clarinets and Piano (1853)

An instrumental portrayal of a lovers' rendezvous which shows off the clarinets in a masterly way.

Amilcare Ponchielli (1843-1913)

Quartetto for Winds and Piano (1873)

Exciting and superbly written for each instrument. All get solos. A showpiece which will bring the house down.

Wilhelm Popp (1828-1903)

Schwanengesang for Flute, Cello & Piano, Op.312

A lovely Romanza for this rare combination which superbly evokes the mood of a swan song.

Wilhelm Popp (1828-1903)

Fantasy on Meyerbeer's Robert the Devil for Piano Trio

Full of lyricism and excitement, from his Trios Dramatique for either Violin or Flute, Cello and Piano. Excellent in concert & fun to play

David Popper (1843-1913)

Requiem for 3 Cellos & Piano, Op.66

One of the most moving works of chamber music ever written. The cellos are treated equally.

David Popper (1843-1913)

String Quartet in c minor, Op.74

A beautiful work by a member of 2 of Europe's leading string quartets which has no great technical difficulties

Franz Alexander Pössinger (1767-1827)

Serenata in Trio Concertante, Op.10

For its time, the treatment of the cello is unique, often taking it to the treble registers and the lead, while the violin takes the bass line

Franz Alexander Pössinger (1767-1827)

String Quartet in G Major, Op.49 No.3

A pleasant and appealing work. An example of what Viennese home music makers where playing at the time

Franz Alexander Pössinger (1767-1827)

String Quintet (2Vla) No.1 in c minor, Op.3 No.1

An excellent example of the late Vienna Classical Style by a consumate chamber music player.

Nikolai Potolovsky (1878-1927)

Two Pieces for Cello and Piano, Op.3

Two charming short works either of which would make a suitable encore or short recital interlude.

Nikolai Potolovsky (1878-1927)

Cello Sonata in d minor, Op.2

A very late romantic masterwork for cello. Beautifully written, powerful, dramatic. A fine recital choice.

Sergei Prokofiev  (1891-1953)

Overture On Hebrew Themes for Pno, Str Qt & Cln

Ebenezer Prout  (1835-1909)

Piano Quartet No.2 in F Major, Op.18

Ebenezer Prout  (1835-1909)

String Quartet No.1 in E flat Major, Op.1

Ebenezer Prout  (1835-1909)

String Quartet No.2 in B flat Major, Op.15

Wilhelm Maria Puchtler  (1848-1881)

Notturno in f minor for Piano Quartet, Op.9

Giovanni Punto (1746-1803)

Quintet in F Major for Winds & Strings

Designed to showcase the horn, the flute and violin also get their innings in this appealing work.

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