4011563103707

Johannes Brahms: Sextets Op. 18 & 36/a.o.

Solistenensemble des Concertgebouw Orchestra Amsterdam

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Format: SACD

Cat No: BR100370

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Release Date:  06 February 2015

Label:  Bayer Records

Packaging Type:  Super Jewel Case (SACD)

No of Units:  1

Barcode:  4011563103707

Genres:  Classical  Chamber Music  

  • Description

    Johannes Brahms exhibited a noticeable disposition to paired works, composing 2 serenades, 2 piano concertos, 2 sonatas for cello and clarinet and likewise 2 string sextets. The first sextet, in B flat major, op. 18 reflects the work-filled time he spent in Detmold. Brahms began working on the second sextet in G, op. 36 in September 1864. That Christmas, he sent Clara Schumann it's first three movements, completing the work in May 1865. On this record, the soloist ensemble of the Concertgebouw Orchestra, Amsterdam plays both sextets.