Sheet Music J to K

John Jacobsson (1835-1909) Tre Stycken (3 Pieces) for Clarinet, Viola & Piano, Op.45	Three lovely character pieces in the tradition of Schumann but written in the late Romantic era style.
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.2 in E Major, Op.20	A worthy addition to the mid-romantic repertoire. Like the 1st trio, it has appealing melodies and good part writing.
Salomon Jadassohn (1831-1902) Piano Trio No.3 in c minor, Op.59	Another very good work which should be heard in concert but which also has no great techical requirements.
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.
Salomon Jadassohn (1831-1902) String Quartet in c minor, Op.10	A youthful Mendelssohnian work full of vigor, passion and appealing melodies with good part-writing for all.
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
Hyacinthe Jadin (1776-1800) String Trio No.2 in G Major, Op.2 No.2	IOf this set of three, this trio is the one which reflects French tastes from the mid Classical era. Less Viennese sounding than the other two
Hyacinthe Jadin (1776-1800) String Trio No.3 in F Major, Op.2 No.3	If you didn't know who this trio was by, you would guess Haydn, but it has better part-writing for the lower voices than the Haydns
Hyacinthe Jadin (1776-1800) String Quartet in f minor, Op.1 No.3	Historically important, dedicated to Haydn, this quartet heralds later developments, with fine treatment of the cello
Hyacinthe Jadin (1776-1800) String Quartet in E flat Major, Op.2 No.1	Another historically important quartets showing that developments from Vienna were reaching Paris
Louis-Emmanuel Jadin (1768-1853) String Quartet No.1 in E flat Major	The 1st of a set of 3 dedicated to the King of Prussia. An example of quartets popular during the Napoleonic era.
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.
Eugen von Jambor (1853-1914) String Quartet in g minor, Op.55	Once well-known for his songs and hamber music, this quartet was in the repertoire of the original Hubay-Popper Budapest Quartet of 1886
Leos Janacek (1854-1928) On an Overgrown Path-12 Pieces for String Quartet	Inspired by Dvorak's similar cycle Cypresses, this is a very fine highly evocative autobiographical work.
Leos Janacek (1854-1928) Sonata for Violin and Piano (1922)	Leader of the most famous quartet in Vienna, he chose to write a quartet aimed at the amateur market.
Leopold Jansa (1795-1875) String Quartet No.6 in C Major, Op.51 No.1	A very effective string quartet with good writing for all by a member of several leading Viennese string quartets
Leopold Jansa (1795-1875) String Quartet No.10 in a minor, Op.65 No.1	A very effective string quartet with good writing for all by a member of several leading Viennese string quartets
Gustav Jenner (1865-1920) Clarinet Sonata in G Major (1900)	Its like have a third Brahms Clarinet Sonata. Wonderful writing, following in the footsteps of his teacher (Brahms)
Gustav Jenner (1865-1920) Violin Sonata No.1 in a minor, Op.8	Beautifully written, a fine late romantic work which builds on what Brahms had achieved.
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.
Gustav Jensen (1843-1895) Three Fantasiestücke for Violin, Viola & Piano, Op.27	In the tradition of Schumann's Marchenerzalungen. A superb mid-late Romantic work for this little served combination.
Max Jentsch (1855-1918) Piano Quintet in G Major, Op.50	A big, powerful, sprawling work with many highly original ideas excellently executed deserving concert performance.
Wilhelm Jeral (1861-1935) Serenade Viennoise for Piano Trio, Op.18	Conjuring up the cafe atmosphere of 'Old Vienna' just before the start or WWI. Makes a lovely encore.
Joseph Joachim (1831-1907) Hebrew Melodies for Viola and Piano, Op.9	Three lovely movements, darkly colored, full of lament and pathos which showcase the viola's wonderful timbre
Joseph Joachim (1831-1907) Variations for Viola and Piano, Op.10	A work of great breadth, serious. Takes advantage of viola's dark tonal color and is Brahmsian.
Joseph Jongen (1873-1953) Violin Sonata No.1 in D Major, Op.27	One of the finest Franco-Belgian violin sonatas from the first part of the 20th century. A recital must.
Joseph Jongen (1873-1953) Introduction & Danse for Viola and Piano, Op.102	In the late French impressionist style, taking full advantage of the viola's possibilities. A first rate work.
Joseph Jongen (1873-1953) String Trio in G Major, Op.135 No.1	A first rathe work which combines neo-baroque style with touches of French Impressionism.
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) Cello Sonata in a minor, Op.54	A modern post-romantic work, fully tonal, original and an important addition to the cellist's recital repertoire.
Paul Juon (1872-1940) Violin Sonata No.1 in A Major, Op.7	A great late Romantic era work, full of Russian melodies with an especially fine set of variations in the middle movement.
Paul Juon (1872-1940) Violin Sonata No.3 in b minor, Op.86	A fine post romantic, modern and completely tonal, combining Russian and French influences.
Paul Juon (1872-1940) Silhouettes for 2 Violins & Piano, Series 1, Op.9	An engaging set of 6 contrasting and highly effective character pieces. Perfect for concert or home.
Paul Juon (1872-1940) Silhouettes for 2 Violins & Piano, Series 2, Op.43	This set of 5 character pieces written a decade after the 1st set, equally as fine, shows modern, for the time, developments
Paul Juon (1872-1940) Seven Tone Poems for 2 Violins & Piano, Op.81	This last set of character pieces from 1928, while entirely tonal show that the composer continued to evolve. Good for recital and home.
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) "Litaniae" A Tone Poem for Piano Trio, Op.70	Written just after the upheaval WWI, as the title suggests, the music is a powerful prayer. A very impressive work
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) Piano Quintet No.1 in d minor, Op.33	Hailed by the Chamber Music Journal as a work of the first order. Original with great part-writing & themes.
Paul Juon (1872-1940) Piano Quintet No.2 in F Major, Op.44	A powerful, original and complex late Romantic works. Requires more than one hearing but well worth it.
Paul Juon (1872-1940) Sextet for Piano, 2 Violins, Viola & 2 Cellos in c minor, Op.22	Of its type, a late romantic era masterwork. Superb writing, attractive melodies fresh and vibrant.
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.
Paul Juon (1872-1940) String Quartet No.4, Op.67	The quartet while tonal, shows post Romantic develoments such as polyphonic tonalities. A searching, dramatic and powerful work.
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.
Dmitri Kabalevsky (1904-1987) String Quartet No.2 in g minor, Op.44	Written during the final years of World War II, this extraordinary and compelling work is a masterpiece which belongs in the concert hall
Pál Kadosa (1903-1983) String Trio, Op.12	A edgy, engaging post-Bartokian work which is suited for both pros and amateurs as it has no technical difficulties
Robert Kahn (1865-1951) Cello Sonata in d minor, Op.56	Warm and lyrical, full of passion. A fine late romantic addition to this repertoire.
Robert Kahn (1865-1951) Violin Sonata No.1 in g minor, Op.5	A Both Brahms & Clara Schumann highly praised this fine sonata which will triumph in the recital hall if given a chance
Robert Kahn (1865-1951) Violin Sonata No.2 in a minor, Op.26	A big, very effective, late Romantic era gem. Great writing, appealing melodis. Very dramatic, a great recital piece
Robert Kahn (1865-1951) Violin Sonata No.3 in E Major, Op.50	A dark, brooding work of great introspection but not without high drama and emotion.
Robert Kahn (1865-1951) Serenade for String Trio in a minor (1933)	A modern masterpiece for this ensemble combines, Romantic and Post Romantic styles. Great for concert
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) Quintet for Violin, Clarinet, Horn, Cello & Piano in c, Op.54	Superb work for rare ensemble. Unusual and highly original with excellent part-writing & extraordinary tone 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 Trio No.1 in E Major, Op.19	The famous critic Wilhelm Altmann wrote of it, 'It's hard to imagine more beautful melodies than what finds here.'
Robert Kahn (1865-1951) Piano Trio No.2 in E flat Major, Op.33	A superb, late Romantic era (1900) work full of gorgeous melodies and fine part-writing. Excellent for concert or home
Robert Kahn (1865-1951) Piano Trio No.3 in c minor, Op.35	A dark, brooding trio with rich, captivating melodies. A work which belongs in the concert hall, also good for amateurs
Robert Kahn (1865-1951) Piano Trio No.4 in e minor, Op.72	A masterpiece of the first order, the equal of anything from the late Romantic era. Absolutely 1st rate, not to be missed.
Robert Kahn (1865-1951) 7 Lieder from Heyse's Jungbrunnen for Voice & Piano Trio	Almost unique in the literature, this late romantic song cycle for both female & male voice is captivating and 1st rate.
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) Piano Quintet in D Major (1926)-World Premier Edition	No exaggeration to call this fine work and unqualified masterpiece. A must for the concert hall.
Vasily Kalinnikov (1866-1901) Serenade for 2 Violins, Viola, Cello & Bass in g minor	A lovely, short one movement work which makes a fine impression, is easy to play as well.
Viktor Kalinnikov (1870-1927) Two Miniatures for String Quartet	Two charming morsel, well-written which either separately or together make a fine encore.
Friedrich Kalkbrenner (1785-1849)) Sextet for Piano, String Quartet and Bass in G Major, Op.58	In the tradition of the Vienna Classical composers with a sparkling piano part and appealing melodies.
Friedrich Kalkbrenner (1785-1849)) Septet for Oboe, Clarinet, Horn, Bassoon, Cello, Bass & Piano	Unusally scored with no upper voice strings, this Septet from a famous piano virtuoso is an effective work with interesting tonal effects
Johann Wenzel Kalliwoda (1801-1866) Six Nocturnes for Viola and Piano, Op.186	Six night pieces which expertly display the viola's rich sonorities. Can be played together or as separate encores.
Johann Wenzel Kalliwoda (1801-1866) String Quartet No.1 in e minor, Op.61	The famous publisher C.F. Peters engaged him to write quartets in the beautiful style of Mozart. This work is beautiful but no imitation.
Johann Wenzel Kalliwoda (1801-1866) String Quartet No.2 in A Major, Op.62	The second of the requested quartets by Peters is just as appealing and beautiful. Good for home or concert.
Johann Wenzel Kalliwoda (1801-1866) String Quartet No.3 in G Major, Op.90	A dazzling work full of excitement and lovely melodies. Kalliwoda was often considered the precursor of Schumann those he sounds different.
Edvin Kallstenius (1881-1967) String Quartet No.3 in c minor, Op.8	This quartet combines elements of the late Romantic a la Richard Strauss, Max Reger & Claude Debussy with future developments
Emmerich Kálmán (1882-1953) Medley of Themes from Die Csárdásfürstin for Piano Quintet	Wonderful Viennese waltz and march melodies combined with the fiery dances of Hungary from the famous operetta.
Emmerich Kálmán (1882-1953) Medley of Themes from Gräfin Mariza for Piano Quintet	Fiery Hungarian Csardas & lively dance & march melodies made this one of the most famous operettas in the world.
Heinrich Kaminski (1886-1946) String Quintet (2 Vla) in f sharp minor (1917)	Hailed as a masterwork at its premiere, this is a highly original, individualist and powerful late Romantic era work.
Sigfrid Karg-Elert (1877-1933) Quintet for Oboe, 2 Clarinets, Horn & Bassoon in c minor, Op.30	Ahead of its time (1904) in that it is approaches a neo-classical style. Fine part-writing & appealing themes.
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.
Sigfrid Karg-Elert (1877-1933) Jugend for Flute, Clarinet, Horn & Piano, Op.139a	A lovely, dreamy Post-Brahmsian work tinged with elements of French impressionism.
Mieczyslaw Karlowicz (1876-1909) Serenade in C Major for String Nonet, Op.2	An appealing, late romantic work full of fine melody and part writing by one of the leading composers of the Young Poland movement.
Kurt Kárnauke (1866-1934) Allerseelentage (All Souls Day) for String Quartet (1900)	A highly emotive elegty for string quartet beautifully written for all of the voices.
Jurgis Karnavičius (1884-1941) String Quartet No.1 in g minor, Op.1	If you guessed that this was composed by Glazunov, you would not be far wrong as he was Karnavicius's teacher
Moritz Kässmayer (1831-1884) 4 German Folk Songs for String Quartet, Volume 1, Op.14	The first volume of his wonderful collection of folk songs entitled Humorous & Contrapuntal, finely written, fun to play.
Moritz Kässmayer (1831-1884) 4 Czech Folk Songs for String Quartet, Volume 2, Op.14a	Lively Czech folk songs including Sil jsem proso na Souvrati made famous by Smetana in the finale to his piano trio.
Moritz Kässmayer (1831-1884) 4 Styrian Folk Songs for String Quartet, Volume 3, Op.15	Included are the famous jodeling game poacher's song, the humorous My Day, and the folksy wood chopping folk song.
Moritz Kässmayer (1831-1884) 4 German Folk Songs for String Quartet, Volume 4, Op.16	Entitled Humorous and Contrapuntal, these are finely written & fun to play. Includes the famous O du lieber Augustin
Moritz Kässmayer (1831-1884) 4 Hungarian Folk Songs for String Quartet, Volume 5, Op.27	By turns sad and slow, dramatic and fast, based on popular Hungarian folk melodies so often heard in European cafes.
Moritz Kässmayer (1831-1884) 4 German Folk Songs for String Quartet, Volume 6, Op.29	Humorous & Contrapuntal, finely written & fun to play. You will certainly recognize Was kommt dort von der Höh
Moritz Kässmayer (1831-1884) 4 Austrian Folk Songs for String Quartet, Volume 7, Op.30	Includes the famous & humorous folk song "I'm a slob, you're a slob" used by Beedthoven, Wranitzky and many others.
Moritz Kässmayer (1831-1884) 4 Austrian Folk Songs for String Quartet, Volume 8, Op.31	Four more once well-known Austrian folk tunes, including the humorous "If you want to be a bass fiddle, play for a bear"
Moritz Kässmayer (1831-1884) 4 Norwegian Folk Songs for String Quartet, Volume 9, Op.33	Lovely folk songs of Norway popularize by Edvard Gried in his arrangement of them for orchestra
Moritz Kässmayer (1831-1884) 4 Viennese Folk Songs for String Quartet, Volume 10 Op.34	Included is the famous and funny Viennese folk song 'My mother says vegetable soup makes one beautiful.
Moritz Kässmayer (1831-1884) 4 Viennese Folk Songs for String Quartet, Volume 11 Op.36	These wonderful Viennese songs include the well known So geht's der Welt (So goes the world) & Wenn's Morgen regn't
Moritz Kässmayer (1831-1884) 4 German Folk Songs for String Quartet, Volume 12, Op.37	Included are Die Wirten Töchterlein from Goethe's famous poem and the well-known Wer hat die schönsten Schäfchen
Moritz Kässmayer (1831-1884) 4 German Folk Songs for String Quartet, Volume 13, Op.41	You'll find the lively Hans has boots on & the funny Grandmother's blubbering in the kitchen in this volume
Moritz Kässmayer (1831-1884) The Complete Collection of National Folk Songs for String Qt	The 1st time all 52 of these folk songs have ever been published together and at an unbeatable price.
Moritz Kässmayer (1831-1884) The Complete Collection of German Folk Songs for String Qt	All of the 20 German folk songs under a single cover for the first time and at a great savings over individual volumes
Moritz Kässmayer (1831-1884) The Complete Collection of Austrian Folk Songs for String Qt	This Collection contains, the Austrian, Viennese & Styrian folk songs under one cover for the 1st time at great savings
Hugo Kauder (1888-1972) Trio in d minor for Oboe or Violin, Viola and Piano (1916)	A fine, very late romantic work for a little served ensemble with good part-writing and full of interest for all.
Hugo Kauder (1888-1972) String Quartet No.1 in c minor	The Chamber Music Jounral calls it a very appealing, first rate work. We think its a modern masterwork.
Hugo Kauder (1888-1972) String Quartet No.2 in G Major	A post romantic Viennese composer who rejected atonalism for an attractive neo-romantic style.
Hugo Kauder (1888-1972) String Quartet No.4 (1927)	While retraining traditional tonality, Kauder in this quartet begins to explore new ways of using it.
Hugo Kaun (1863-1932) Piano Quintet in f sharp minor, Op.39	A 1st rate late romantic, early modern work full of drama and original ideas with good part writing for all
Hugo Kaun (1863-1932) String Quartet No.1 in F Major	A powerful and dramatic work written as a tribute to his friend, a ship captain who died tragically in a wreck.
Hugo Kaun (1863-1932) String Quartet No.3 in c minor, Op.74	A dark-hued, richly tonal in a late romantic style with tinges of French impressionism. A beautiful and moving work.
Hugo Kaun (1863-1932) String Quintet (2 Cellos) in f# minor, Op.28	Superbly written, wonderful melodies, powerful, dramatic, one of the very best from the late Romantic era. Good for concert and home.
Hugo Kaun (1863-1932) Octet for Strings & Winds in F Major, Op.34	A superb, first class work. Very effective & not hard to play. For the exact same combination as the Schubert Octet
Edgar Stillman Kelley (1857-1944) Piano Quintet in f sharp minor, Op.20	An important American piano quintet from the late Romantic (1901) era. Excellent part writing, appealing melodies and many original touches.
Johann Friedrich Kelz (1786-1862) String Trio in E flat Major, Op.128	Late classical era work with appealing melodies and good part writing for all three voices. Makes a good concert choice
Aram Khachaturian (1903-1978)) Trio for Clarinet or Viola, Violin and Piano (1932)	Innovative treatment of Armenian and Uzbek folk melodies, original and exotic sounding.
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) Three Romances for Viola and Piano, Op.69	Three charming works, each contrasting, yet related so as to make a whole. Can be performed together or separately.
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) New Waltzes for String Quartet, Op.78	His first set of waltzes (above) was so popular, his publisher demanded another set which are equally as fine.
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) Piano Trio in f minor, Op.13	The ghost of Schumann hovers over this very lyrical work full of attractive melodies. Presents no difficulties.
Wilhelm Kienzl (1857-1941) String Quartet No.1 in b minor, Op.22	A dramatic, compelling work fusing the language of Schumann with the programmatic tendencies of Wagner.
Wilhelm Kienzl (1857-1941) String Quartet No.2 in c minor, Op.99	A Late Romantic work hailed by The Chamber Music Journal as a first rate quartet with the ripeness of human experience.
Wilhelm Kienzl (1857-1941) String Quartet No.3 in E Major, Op.113	The Quartet shares the tonal world of Richard Strauss. Concise & well written it is good for concert or home
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) Six Canonic Pieces for Piano Trio	The thematic material is from Robert Schumann, but this superb work is pure Kirchner. Atmospheric & lovely.
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) Kindertrios, 15 Short Works for Piano Trio, Op.58	Though technically not difficult, each of these little character pieces is a masterpiece making a fine encore or played togeher as a suite.
Theodor Kirchner (1823-1903) 12 Novelletten for Piano Trio, Op.59	Meant as a tribute to his friend and mentor Robert Schumann who created the form, these are beautifully written, captivatings good for performance & home..
Theodor Kirchner (1823-1903) Bunte Blätter for Piano Trio, Op.83	These 12 miniatures, each with a different mood and feel are among the very best he or anyone else ever wrote. Truly lovely little gems.
Theodor Kirchner (1823-1903) Zwei Terzette for Piano Trio, Op.97	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	Yet 2 more little gems from the Master of the Miniature. Either makes a fine encore or together a good shorter selection
Theodor Kirchner (1823-1903) Piano Quartet in A Major, Op.84	First rate work from the Romantic era with good part writing. Schumannesque.
Theodor Kirchner (1823-1903) Nur Tropfen--7 Miniatures for String Quartet	Virtually unique in the quartet literature. Each one is a little masterpiece & could serve as an encore.
Dmytro Klebanov (1907-1987) Piano Trio No.2 (1958)	On a par with Shostakovich, this trio belongs in the concert hall and can be recommended to experience amateurs
Dmytro Klebanov (1907-1987) String Quartet No.4 (1946)	This Ukrainian composer's quartet is as good as those of his Russian contemporary Shostakovich.
Dmytro Klebanov (1907-1987) String Quartet No.5 (1966)	An important 1st rate post socialist realism Ukrainian quartet deserving concert performance.
Jan Baptysta Kleczyński (1756-1828) String Trio No.1 in C Major, Op.4 No.1	A fine work in Viennese Classical style by a contemporary of Mozart & Haydn. Good part-writing for lower voices.
Jan Baptysta Kleczyński (1756-1828) String Trio No.2 in G Major, Op.4 No.2	The opening bars quote Mozart's 3d Violin Concerto of the same key. Scholars consider it was a tribute to Mozart..
Jan Baptysta Kleczyński (1756-1828) String Trio No.3 in D Major, Op.4 No.3	In Viennese Classical style by a contemporary of Mozart & Haydn. Big cello solo in the middle movt, appealing melodies
August Alexander Klengel (1783-1852) Piano Trio in c minor, Op.36	From the editor of the most important 19th century edition of Bach's Well-Tempered Klavier, a beautiful & exciting early Romantic era work
Julius Klengel (1859-1933) String Quartet No.1 in g minor, Op.21	Good to hear, fun to play, beautiful melodies, excellent part-writing. This mid-late Romantic quartet has it all.
Julius Klengel (1859-1933) String Sextet, Op.60 (1924)	Praised by critics as 1st rate, with wonderful melodies, part writing. Recommended for concert performance & home.
Frederik Klint (1811-1894) String Quartet in A Major, Op.25 No.2	Attractive quartet with Swedish folk tunes, good choice for amateurs looking for an effective concert work
Friedrich Klose (1862-1942) String Quartet in E flat Major (1911)	A big post-Brucknerian work which scales the heights and plunges to the depths with chromatic tonalities
August Klughardt (1847-1902) String Quartet No.1 in F Major, Op.42	An all aroung good work with excellent part-writing and appealing melodies, deserving of concert performance.
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) Piano Trio in B flat Major, Op.47	A solid piano trio from the Romantic era. The exciting finale features a clever fugue. Not technically demanding, good for concert or home.
August Klughardt (1847-1902) Piano Quintet in g minor, Op.43	Tonally rich, lovely melodies & beautifully written a fine addition to the late Romantic piano quintet 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.
Iwan Knorr (1853-1916) Piano Quartet in E flat Major, Op.3	Rich and full-blooded tonalities in the tradition of Brahms who praised the work. Good part-writing, a first class work.
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.
Jaroslav Kocian (1883-1950) Humoresque for Violin & Piano, Op.17 No.2	A charming, light-hearted pieces which makes a very suitable encore by one of the best Czech violinists & Dvorak student
Franz Koczwara (c.1740-1791)) Trio in C Major for 2 Violas & Cello	An interesting work by a Czech composer whose music was much in demand in late 18th century England.
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 minor, Op.2	Master-quartet which combines original Hungarian folk melody with modern harmonies.
Zoltan Kodály (1882-1967) String Quartet No.2, Op.10 (1918)	Ground breaking modern work in free form, still using Hungarian folk melody but in an episodic fashion.
Charles Koechlin (1867-19507) String Quartet No.1 in D Major, Op.51	A lovely alternative to the French impressionists Debussy or Ravel by an independent minded contemporary.
Hans Koessler (1853-1926) Ungarische Tanzweisen for Violin & Piano	These are not periphrases of Hungarian Dances but his own original material to which he has given a Hungarian flavor.
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 Quartet No.2 in g minor	Combines Hungarian gypsy music with traditional German late Romantic melodies. Good part writing. Very effective.
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.
Karl Komzák, Jr. (1850-1905) Märchen for String Quartet, Op.135 No.2	Part of our Vienna Dance Series by one of Vienna'a most beloved bandmasters. A lovely little gem.
Karl Komzák, Jr. (1850-1905) Volksliedchen for String Quartet, Op.135 No.1	Part of our Vienna Dance Series its equall as charning as the work above. Makes a fine encore.
Charles de Kontski. (1815-1867) Piano Trio in D Major, Op.30	Elegant and tuneful with echoes of Chopin, this piano trio deserves concert performance also good for home.
Charles de Kontski. (1815-1867) Fantaisie Concertante for Piano Trio (1862)	A virtuoso showcase using the the themes from Bellini's opera La Sonnambula. Sure to impress in the concert hall
Charles de Kontski. (1815-1867) String Quartet No.1 in D Major (1862)	This quartet makes a fine impression by virtue of its appealing melodies and excellent part-writing.
Charles de Kontski. (1815-1867) String Quartet No.2 in c minor (1862)	An impressive work filled with gorgeous melodies, and fine part-writing. Absolutely belongs in the concert hall.
Charles de Kontski. (1815-1867) String Quintet (2 Vc or Vc & Kb) in g minor, Op.26	One of the few string quintets by a 19th century composer. Makes excellent use of the cello and bass.
Janusz de Kopczynski (circa 1831-1883) String Quartet No.1 in D Major, Op.9	Subtitled 'On Russian Themes' this quartet is full of emotive Russian folk melodies. Good part-writing, Good for home and concert performance
Alexander Kopylov (1854-1911) String Quartet No.1 in G Major, Op.15	A typically late 19th cent. very Russian-sounding quartet by one of Korsakov's best students. An appealing work.
Alexander Kopylov (1854-1911) String Quartet No.2 in F Major, Op.23	Dedicated to the memory of Tchaikovsky. Appealing melodies, fine part-writing, no technical difficulties.
Alexander Kopylov (1854-1911) String Quartet No.3 in A Major, Op.32	All of his quartets are among the finest late Russian Romantic era works, the equal of those of Borodin and not at all hard to play.
Egon Kornauth (1891-1959) Piano Quartet in c minor, Op.18	One of the best post-Brahmsian works from the first quarter of the 20th century. Belongs in the concert hall..
Erich Wolfgang Korngold (1897-1957) Piano Trio, Op.1	The 13 year old Korngold stunned the entire musical world with this work. A late romantic work influenced by R. Strauss
Erich Wolfgang Korngold (1897-1957) String Sextet in D Major, Op.10	An unqualified masterwork, astoundingly written by a 17 year old. One of the very finest sextets in the literature.
Erich Wolfgang Korngold (1897-1957) Piano Quintet in E Major, Op.15	A late Romantic post Brahmsian work of the first order, which at times pushes traditional tonality to the limits.
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
Viktor Kosenko (1896-138) Classical Piano Trio in D Major, Op.17	Combines post-romanticism with touches of neo-classical style in an interesting mix. Good for concert & home
Mikhail Kourbanov (1857-1941) Souvenir d'Alexandre Borodin for String Quartet (1915)	A lovely elegiac tribute to Borodin, beautiful written for all voices, quotes famous melody from Prince Igor
Leopold Kozeluch (1747-1818) String Quartet No.1 in B flat Major, Op.32 No.1	The 1st of a set of 3 by this famous contemporary of Haydn & Mozart whose works were performed alongside theirs.
Leopold Kozeluch (1747-1818) String Quartet No.2 in G Major, Op.32 No.2	The middle quartet of his first set of three. A typical example of Viennese classicism by a composer other than Haydn or Mozart.
Leopold Kozeluch (1747-1818) String Quartet No.3 in E flat Major, Op.32 No.3	The last of his first set of three. A typical example of Viennese classicism by a composer other than Haydn or Mozart. Makes a good substitute.
Leopold Kozeluch (1747-1818) String Quartet No.4 in C Major, Op.33 No.1	The 1st of Kozeluch's 2nd set of quartets with a magnificent Haydnesque largo. Good choice for Haydn replacement.
Leopold Kozeluch (1747-1818) String Quartet No.5 in A Major, Op.33 No.2	The 2nd quartet of this set in which Kozeluch combines and Andante and Allegro into one effective movement
Leopold Kozeluch (1747-1818) String Quartet No.6 in F Major, Op.33 No.3	Kozeluch's last string quartet dating from 1790. Of the period but very different sounding than Haydn
Joseph Martin Kraus (1756-1792) Piano Trio in D Major (1787)	In the tradition of the Vienna Classics by a student of Haydn. Appealing work & good alternate to a Haydn or Mozart trio
Joseph Martin Kraus (1756-1792) String Quartet No.8 'The Farewell' in D Major	Admired by Mozart & Haydn, Kraus shows himself an important contemporary. Program alternative to Haydn
Stephan Krehl (1864-1924) String Quartet in A Major, Op.17	A late Romantic era work of the first order. Deserves concert performance but can also be recommended for amateur players
Stephan Krehl (1864-1924) Clarinet Quintet in A Major, Op.19	One of the very best. Written for the same clarinetist that Brahms wrote his for. A real masterwork.
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) Lyrical Fragment for String Quartet, Op.1a	Originally four 4 cellos, this lovely work would seldom be heard. Our arrangement makes it available to a larger audience and players.
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, Op.12	A fine work which introduces Jewish folk melodies into a formal chamber music setting of late romantic period.
Alexander Krein (1883-1951) 2 Sketches On Hebrew Themes for Clarinet Quintet, Op.13	The second set of Hebrew Themes for clarinet quintet. Very emotive and fine works.
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 and Hugo Kreisler Four Encores arranged for Piano Trio by the Kreisler brothers	Caprice Viennois, The Old Refrain, Miniature Viennese March & Londonderry Air arranged for piano trio
Fritz Kreisler (1875-1962) Three Encores arranged for String Quartet	Miniature Viennese March, Liebesfreud and Tambourin Chinois all arranged for string quartet.
Fritz Kreisler (1875-1962) String Quartet in a minor (1922)	A masterwork. A tribute to his native Vienna, which though tonally modern, looks backward fondly to the past
Conradin Kreutzer (1780-1849) Trio in E flat Major for Clarinet, Bassoon & Piano, Op.43	Aimed at the growing middle class home music making market but also good for concert. Tuneful melodies.
Conradin Kreutzer (1780-1849) Piano Quartet in e minor (1834)	Forceful and full of energy, yet lyrical with appealing melodies. Harking back to early Beethoven. Fun to play & hear, not technically difficult
Conradin Kreutzer (1780-1849) Quintet for Flute, Clarinet, Viola, Cello & Piano in A Major	The substitution of the viola for the violin gives this beautiful and effective work a dark tonality. Full of appealing melodies.
Conradin Kreutzer (1780-1849) Quartet for Clarinet, Violin, Viola & Cello in E flat Major	Tuneful and well written and like most works of this type from this period, a vehicle for the wind instrument. Resembles the approacher of Weber.
Conradin Kreutzer (1780-1849) Septet in E flat for Vln, Vla, Vc, Kb, Cln, Hn & Bsn, Op.62	A first rate work with superb part writing, appealing melodies and the same instrumentation as the Beethoven Septet
Emil Kreuz (1865-1932) Liebesbilder for Viola and Piano, Op.5	A superb set of three pieces for viola and piano by one of the leading violists of the late 19th century. A recital must.
Emil Kreuz (1865-1932) String Quartet in d minor, Op.42	As the violist in one of England's leading string quartets, Kreuz knew how to write for it. A good choice for amateurs.
Jozef Krogulski (1815-1842) Piano Quartet in D Major, Op.2	A very appealing work by a gift young composer. Full of appealing melodies and good part-writing..
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) Quartet No.1 for Oboe, Violin, Viola & Cello in C Major	One of the very best from the late 18th century according tothe Chamber Music Journal.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) Quartet No.2 for Oboe, Violin, Viola & Cello inFC Major	The same can be said for this work. Fetching, toe-tapping melodies. Good for the concert hall or for home.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) Quartet No.4 for Clarinet, Violin, Viola & Cello in D Major, Op.82	On a par with similar works by Carl Maria von Weber and Mozart. Appealing melodies and good part writing.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) Quintet for Clarinet and Strings in B flat Major, Op.95	Written in Vienna in the second decade of the 19th century this fine works is perfect for both concert hall & home.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) Flute Quartet No.1 in D Major, Op.13	Objectively, Krommer's flute quartets are superior to even those of Mozart. Great tunes and good part writing.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) Flute Quartet No.6 in F Major, Op.89	This Flute Quartet shows that Krommer's writing for winds and strings was as the equal of the best composers from this time.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) Flute Quintet No.9 in G Major, Op.101	Dating from 1823, this superb work features excellent part writing, appealing melodies among the best of its sort from this period
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) Wind Octet No.2 in F Major, Op.57	Krommer was widely considered to be the 'King of Harmoniemusik' a genre for 8 or 9 winds, very popular in the late 18th century. Top notch.
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.4 No.2	An early work, his 7th quartet, dating from the 1780's, showing the influence of Haydn and the Mannheim School.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in E Flat Major, Op.5 No.1	The first of a popular set of three dating from 1795. Still from his early period and following the Mannheim pattern. it offers lovely solos for all.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in F Major, Op.5 No.2	The second of one of the most often reprinted sets of quartets from the late 18th century. A three movement work in the concertante style
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in B Flat Major, Op.5 No.3	Once as popular as Haydn's best known quartets. Programmed throughout the 19th century. Fresh with many original touches
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in C Major, Op.7 No.1	A great choice the concert hall or home. The 1st of a 1797 set that made him as famous as Haydn during his lifetime. Play it & see why.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in e minor, Op.7 No.2	A Haydnesque work dating from 1797 with appealing melodies and interesting effects. Good for home or concert.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in A Major, Op.7 No.3	The Op.7 helped to make his name. The 3rd of a set of three, the writing for cello is particularly generous for the time. Good to hear, fun to play.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in F Major, Op.10 No.1	Published many times & back in the early 19th century played throughout Europe and even the US. Fresh, perky melodies.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in B flat Major, Op.10 No.2	An appealing Haydnesque work by one of Vienna'a once famous but now lesser known classical era composers.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in G Major, Op.10 No.3	When you hear this appealing work, once popular with amateurs & pros, it is hard to understand how it disappeared.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in E flat Major, Op.16 No.1	If you do not know Krommer's and like works from the Vienna Classical era you are missing something very special. These are very appealing.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in F Major, Op.16 No.2	After Mozart and Haydn, Krommer must be considered the quintessential Viennese composer & was as popular with chamber music players
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in C Major, Op.16 No.3	Another fine quartet which shows why he was regared as Haydn & Mozart's worth successor. Good for concer & home
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in D Major, Op.18 No.1	This well-written & appealing quartet makes another excellent choice for a program rather than inevitable Haydn.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in A Major, Op.18 No.2	The second of this appealing set of quartets. Good to hear and fun to play. It can be warmly recommended to home music makers.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in E falt Major, Op.18 No.3	"Deserves to be heard. Rises to the level of Haydn & Mozart with a work of great originality and freshness”—–The Chamber Music Journaln.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in C Major, Op.19 No.1	The first of a popular set from around the start of the 19th century. Good choice for home music makers.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in F Major, Op.19 No.2	Widely regarded as the worthy successor to Haydn and Mozart though he sounds like neither. Another good work.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in B flat Major, Op.19 No.3	The last of a popular set of three from around the start of the 19th century. Good for concert or home.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in G Major, Op.23	One of the few published alone & not part of a set or dedicated to anyone, Krommer was particularly proud of this one.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in D Major, Op.24 No.1	The first of a set of three which Altmann said were "amazingly appealing and fresh" Haydnesque type works.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in E flat Major, Op.24 No.2	A first class work from the late classical era which can stand alongside those of Haydn & Mozart as regards to quality.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in g minor, Op.24 No.3	One of the quartets singled out for especial praise by the famous chamber music critic Wilhelm Altmann
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in C Major, Op.26 No.1	Dating from 1800, the quartet is clearly a work of the Vienna Classical era, but Krommer writes with his own voice.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in F Major, Op.26 No.2	Dedicated to a Polish count in 1800. As always with Krommer there are catchy melodies a chances for all.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in A Major, Op.26 No.3	The last from this set of three which enjoyed considerable popularity throughout the 19th century.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in G Major, Op.34 No.1	The first of a set three dedicated to one of Vienna's most important music patrons, Prince Lobkowitz.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in d minor, Op.34 No.2	The second of a set dedicated to Prince Lobkowitz, the famous patron of Haydn and Beethoven. A good work.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in B flat Major, Op.34 No.3	Lobkowitz surely would have been pleased to play this superb Quartet. A good choice for the concert hall & home
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in E flat Major, Op.48 No.1	From 1803, showing an awareness of his contemporaries, Mozart and Haydn, this is a quartet suitable for concert or home performance.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in C Major, Op.48 No.2	From 1803, the second of the set, appealing melodies, good part-writing, especially generous to the cello. Good for concert or home.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in F Major, Op.50 No.1	The first of a set of three which achieved considerable popularity. Quite original and a good choice for a fresh work from the Vienna classical period.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in B flat Major, Op.50 No.2	The second of a set of three which were dedicated to the music loving Czech Count von Prashma.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in f minor, Op.68 No.1 1st Rasumovsky	Written the same year for the same Count Rasumovsky as Beethoven's Op.59, but in the classical Viennese style of Mozart & Haydn.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in C Major, Op.68 No.2 2nd Rasumovsky	The second of the set of 3 he dedicated to the Count. Not as dark as the first, brighter and more upbeat.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in A Major, Op.68 No.3 3rd Rasumovsky	The last of the set of 3 he dedicated to the Count. Full of interesting effects including accented Slavic peasant dance
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in C Major, Op.72 No.1	From his middle period (1813). A straight forward, Haydnesque work but with many clever ideas Haydn would never have thought of.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in A flat Major, Op.72 No.3	The third of a set of three from his middle period (1813). An excellent work with original touches, an excellent substitute for a Haydn or Mozart
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in d minor, Op.74 No.3	Krommer had a sunny personality and most of his quartet were in the major. This is one of the rare minor quartets, full of drama & excitement
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in B flat Major, Op.90 No.3	The third of a popular set of three which were often played throughout the 19th century. Good for concert & home
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in D Major, Op.92 No.1	A work from the beginning of his late period--1816--still rooted in the Viennese classics but with hints of the early romantic era.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in G Major, Op.92 No.3	The last of a set of three dating from 1816, the work has a wealth of fresh and at times unusual effects.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quartet in a minor, Op.103 No.3	One of his last string quartets. An excellent concert choice and good example of the emerging earlyt Romantic style & not beyond amateurs
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quintet No.1 (2 Violas) in B flat Major, Op.8 No.1	Only Mozart's top this set of six string quintets from 1797. Fetching melodies, original touches, good part-writing, an excellent work.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quintet No.2 (2 Violas) in E flat Major, Op.8 No.2	This historically important set of 6 string quintets dates from 1797. Fetching melodies, original touches & fine use of the cello.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quintet No.3 (2 Violas) in G Major, Op.8 No.3	The third of this historically important set of 6 string quintets which date from 1797. This quintet could well have been written by Haydn
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quintet No.4 (2 Violas) in F Major, Op.8 No.4	From his 1st set of quintets of 1797. Beautiful melodies, good part writing & original sounding from one of the great Viennese classicists.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quintet No.5 (2 Violas) in c minor, Op.8 No.5	The penultimate quintet of this ground breaking set from 1797 by one Vienna's most important composer of that period.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quintet No.15 (2 Violas) in E flat Major, Op.70	He called it Grand Quintet & it is. In five movements, powerful for a classical era work almost orchestral.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quintet No.16 (2 Violas) in D Major, Op.80	Written on a huge scale, this magnificent work, dating from 1815 is full of appealing melodies and original touches. Good for amateurs & pros.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quintet No.20 (2 Violas) in d minor, Op.100 No.1	Dedicated to his friend and fellow chamber music player Emperor Franz I of Austria, an original, powerful and exciting work.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quintet No.21 (2 Violas) in B flat Major, Op.100 No.2	Catchy melodies and appealing melodies. It's like having another Mozart Quintet at your disposal but with Krommer's very original stamp on it
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quintet No.22 (2 Violas) in G Major, Op.100 No.3	The of this famous set of quintets and like the two others in the set, attractive with many original touches. Fun to play.t
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quintet No.24 (2 Violas) in F Major, Op.106 No.1	One of the best from the classical era, right up there some of the Mozarts. Not to be missed by either amateurs or pros.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quintet No.25 (2 Violas) in E flat Major, Op.106 No.2	The second of this excellent set of three. Full of tuneful melodies and original ideas. A work that is sure to please at home or in concert.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quintet No.26 (2 Violas) in C Major, Op.106 No.3	A great work which deserves to be heard in concert alongside the string quintets of Mozart. Pros and amateurs will enjoy playing this quintet.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quintet No.27 (2 Violas) in C Major, Op.107 No.1	The first of one of the best loved and most popular set of string quintets from the first part of the 19th century (1825). A fine work.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quintet No.28 (2 Violas) in A Major, Op.107 No.2	The second of a of a very popular set of three string quintets. One of the last Krommer wrote.
Franz Krommer (1759-1831) String Quintet No.29 (2 Violas) in E flat Major, Op.107 No.3	An excellent alternative to Mozart where a classical era string quintet is required. Good for concert performance or home.
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.
Ivan Krzhanovsky (1867-1924) Cello Sonata in g minor, Op.2	A late Russian Romantic masterwork. Lyrical, dramatic, extremely well-written for cello. Not to be missed.
Halina Krzyzanowska (1867-1937) Violin Sonata in e minor, Op.28	A surprisingly effective work which should be brought to the concert hall and which can also be warmly recommended to amateurs.
Halina Krzyzanowska (1867-1937) String Quartet in A Major, Op.44	A lovely, lyrical work following in the footsteps of the French Impressionists with tinges of Faure and Debussy.
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.
Joseph Küffner (1776-1856) Serenade for Flute, Violin & Piano, Op.4	A four movement work which shows off both the flute & violin. Considered one of the finest serenades for this combination
Joseph Küffner (1776-1856) Introduction & Variations for Clarinet Quintet, Op.32	A lovely theme followed by six engaging variations and exciting coda. A real showcase for the clarinet.
Joseph Küffner (1776-1856) Notturno for Flute, Violin & Piano, Op.110	A charming five movement work with lovely melodies for a rarely served combination.
Joseph Küffner (1776-1856) String Quartet No.1 in C Major, Op.41 No.1	Commissioned by and dedicated to the German violinist Ferdinand Franzl, this tuneful work will be sure to please if presented in concert.
Joseph Küffner (1776-1856) String Quartet No.2 in G Major, Op.41 No.2	The second of the set dedicated to Ferdinand Franzl. With fetching themes, the composer also gives the cello a telling part.
Joseph Küffner (1776-1856) String Quartet No.3 in A Major, Op.41 No.3	Exciting and full of appealing melodies. Here the cello is also often given generous chances to shine.
Joseph Küffner (1776-1856) String Quartet No.4 in F Major, Op.48 No.1	His music was once played throughout Europe & even as far away as the U.S. as this tuneful qt, commissioned by a N Y music society shows.
Joseph Küffner (1776-1856) String Quartet No.5 in G Major, Op.48 No.2	The second of the set commissioned by the St Caecilia Music Society of New York in 1816. Full of lovely melodies and fresh ideas.
Joseph Küffner (1776-1856) String Quartet No.6 in D Major, Op.48 No.3	The last of the set which once again showcases his gift of appealing melodies. Here one finds solos for the cello and viola.
Joseph Küffner (1776-1856) String Quartet No.10 in C Major, Op.178	A genial work which is especially suited for amateur ensembles looking for a work to present in concert.
Joseph Küffner (1776-1856) Overture to Mozart's Opera Don Giovanni for String Quartet	Such arrangements were commonplace by Mozart's time & enjoyed by many. He was widely recogized as one of the best arrangers of his time
Joseph Küffner (1776-1856) Overture to Rossini's Opera William Tell for String Quartet	This arrangement has never been equaled. It is the most effective & as true to the original as one could hope for.
Friedrich Kuhlau (1786-1832) Grand Trio in G Major, Op.119	This very appealing work can be played by either Flute, Cello & Piano or Flute, Bassoon & Piano or Violin, Cello & Piano or 2 Flutes & Piano
Friedrich Kuhlau (1786-1832) Piano Quartet No.1 in c minor, Op.32	This early Romantic era and very tuneful work (1820) shows the influence of his friend Beethoven. Good to play and hear.
Friedrich Kuhlau (1786-1832) Piano Quartet No.2 in A Major, Op.50	Composed after four months of study in Vienna, this work shows many similarities to Schuber. It is a beautiful and appealing work.
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.
Friedrich Kuhlau (1786-1832) Quintet for Flute & Strings in A Major, Op.51 No.3	One of the very best early romantic era works for this combination. Good melodies and part-writing
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.
Kaspar Kummer (1795-1870) Trio for Flute, Viola (or Violin) & Piano in C Major, Op.75	Good part writing for all and very effective in either version. Appealing work from the mid-romantic era by a composer who could play all 3 instruments.
Kaspar Kummer (1795-1870) Quintet in D Major for Flute and Strings, Op.66	Appealing melodies and good part-writing in which the strings take an active role as well as the flute.
Karol Kurpiński (1785-1857) Fantasie in C Major for String Quartet (1825)	An historically important & appealing work from one of the most important Polish composers before Chopin
Richard Kursch (1879-1949) Kammertrio No.1 in F Major for 2 Vlns & Vc, Op.41 No.1	Late Romantic, early modern work. Fine part-writing and good melodies for this little served combination.
Richard Kursch (1879-1949) Kammertrio No.2 in e minor for 2 Vlns & Vc, Op.41 No.2	What was said about the above trio applies to this one as well and should be of interest to 2 Vln & Vc trio groups.
Toivo Kuula (1883-1918)) Violin Sonata in e minor, Op.1	Riveting from start to finish. Powerful, dramatic, lyrical. This work has it all. A masterwork for the recital hall.
Toivo Kuula (1883-1918)) Piano Trio in A Major, Op.7	A massive & powerful work from Sibelius's first composition student. Sure to make an impression in concert.
Toivo Kuula (1883-1918)) Small Folksong Suite for String Quartet (1904)	Originally planned for several folksongs, this Suite only presents one, good example of Finnish folkmusic.
Alexander Kuznetsov (1847-1918)) String Quartet in G Major, Op.17	A lovely, late Romantic era work, written in true quartet style, by a member of Russia's then leading string quartet.

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