Joseph Rheinberger: Organ Sonatas & Songs

1. Sonatas (20) for organ, No 2 in A flat, Op 65
Composed by Joseph Rheinberger
with Gotthold Schwarz , Jurgen Sonnentheil

2. Religious Songs (6), Op 157
Composed by Joseph Rheinberger
with Gotthold Schwarz , Jurgen Sonnentheil

3. Sonatas (20) for organ, No 4 in A, Op 98
Composed by Joseph Rheinberger
with Gotthold Schwarz , Jurgen Sonnentheil

4. Songs (2) From Op 128 "Elegiac Songs" Die Seelen der Gerechten
Composed by Joseph Rheinberger
with Gotthold Schwarz , Jurgen Sonnentheil

5. Songs (2) From Op 128 "Elegiac Songs" Herr, du mein Gott
Composed by Joseph Rheinberger
with Gotthold Schwarz , Jurgen Sonnentheil

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Tracks:

1. Panis Angelicus
2. Chanson De Matin
3. Salut D'Amour
4. Jackie's Song
5. Reverie
6. Air On A G String
7. Meditation from Thais
8. Japanese Traditional: Sakura, Sakura
9. Ave Maria
10. String Quartet No.2: Nocturne
11. Melodie Op. 20 No.1
12. Nocturne, Op.9 No.2
13. Cello Concerto In B Flat: Adagio
14. Organ Sonata No.11 In D Minor, Op. 148: Cantilena
15. Kol Nidrei, Op.47

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Average customer rating: Uniformly Excellent Uniformly excellent Good choice!

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Tracks:

1. Son No.8 in e, Op.132: Prld
2. Son No.8 in e, Op.132: Intermezzo
3. Son No.8 in e, Op.132: Scherzoso
4. Son No.8 in e, Op.132: Passacaglia
5. Ten Trios Op.49, Nos. 1-5: I. Andante
6. Ten Trios Op.49, Nos. 1-5: II. Moderato
7. Ten Trios Op.49, Nos. 1-5: III. Adagio
8. Ten Trios Op.49, Nos. 1-5: IV. Allegretto
9. Ten Trios Op.49, Nos. 1-5: V. Con Moto
10. Son No.9 in B flat, Op.142: Prld And Fugue
11. Son No.9 in B flat, Op.142: Romanze
12. Son No.9 in B flat, Op.142: Fant And Fugue
13. Ten Trios Op.49, Nos.6-10: VI. Alla Breve
14. Ten Trios Op.49, Nos.6-10: VII. Andantino
15. Ten Trios Op.49, Nos.6-10: VIII. Adagio Non Troppo
16. Ten Trios Op.49, Nos.6-10: IX. Moderato
17. Ten Trios Op.49, Nos.6-10: X. Andante Molto

Customer Reviews:

Uniformly Excellent.......2003-08-19

Another example of a hiccup by my computer or mouse - not sure which one - and multiple reviews were submitted. Sorry about that.

This is the third volume of Rheinberger Sonatas by Wolfgang Rubsam and again I am pleased at the quality and technique as well as structural craftsmanship, especially as the later sonatas are approaching the half hour mark. Just learning the hundreds of thousands of notes is an accomplishment in itself but sculpturing the long pieces into a single unit is perhaps an even greater effort.

In a sense, the composer assists in this effort by introducing and reintroducing themes. The writing is now becoming dense in parts - like Vierne's sober, thick First Organ Symphony. But Rheinberger is too much a melodist to become infatuated with so-called "walls of sound". Despite the intensity, he repeatedly emerges with absolutely beautiful melodies that literally sing to the listener.

The Eighth is another somber work and the technical demands of the final movement (Passacaglia) is especially noteworthy. The Ninth (in B flat Minor) alludes to an almost Classical tone in parts yet explores various Romantic realms at ease. This is the longest and most mature of the first nine. It is extremely original without departing from the strict confines of a strucure the composer apparently relishes.

The Trios are miniature tone poems with a German, Romantic appeal. Some are gems, others are simply melodic

Uniformly excellent.......2003-07-18

This is the third volume of Rheinberger Sonatas by Wolfgang Rubsam and again I am pleased at the quality and technique as well as structural craftsmanship, especially as the later sonatas are approaching the half hour mark. Just learning the hundreds of thousands of notes is an accomplishment in itself but sculpturing the long pieces into a single unit is perhaps an even greater effort.

In a sense, the composer assists in this effort by introducing and reintroducing themes. The writing is now becoming dense in parts - like Vierne's sober, thick First Organ Symphony. But Rheinberger is too much a melodist to become infatuated with so-called "walls of sound". Despite the intensity, he repeatedly emerges with absolutely beautiful melodies that literally sing to the listener.

The Eighth is another somber work and the technical demands of the final movement (Passacaglia) is especially noteworthy. The Ninth (in B flat Minor) alludes to an almost Classical tone in parts yet explores various Romantic realms at ease. This is the longest and most mature of the first nine. It is extremely original without departing from the strict confines of a strucure the composer apparently relishes.

The Trios are miniature tone poems with a German, Romantic appeal. Some are gems, others are simply melodic.

Good choice!.......2002-01-26

This recording is a good addition to any collection of organ recordings. Rubsam is certainly a well-respected performer, and this recording is no exception. Rheinberger is a composer well-known to organists, and while there are certainly many other higher profile recordings of his works to be had, this is a good recording for half the price of others.

Average customer rating: Continuing the Rheinberger Sonatas in Grand Style Continuing the Rheinberger Sonata Saga in Grand Style

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Tracks:

1. Son No.5 in F Sharp, Op.111: Grave Allegro Moderato
2. Son No.5 in F Sharp, Op.111: Adagio Allegro Adagio
3. Son No.5 in F Sharp, Op.111: Finale
4. Son No.6 in e Flat. Op.119: Praeludium
5. Son No.6 in e Flat. Op.119: Intermezzo
6. Son No.6 in e Flat. Op.119: Marcia Religiosa
7. Son No.6 in e Flat. Op.119: Fuga
8. Son No.7 in f, Op.127: Allegro
9. Son No.7 in f, Op.127: Andante
10. Son No.7 in f, Op.127: Finale

Customer Reviews:

Continuing the Rheinberger Sonatas in Grand Style.......2003-07-29

These recordings by Wolfgang Rubsam are a great buy for a lot of reasons. First, the price. At $... per CD this is a fantastic bargain, particularly if you purchase all four volumes at once and receive free shipping as I did. Secondly, there is the sequential order of the Sonatas. Many records are about as orderly as a UN Session on Human Rights with collections like nos 3, 4 and 19 or 1, 2 and 16 or 5, 6 and 12 - groupings that make little sense. The iterative recordings give the collection both a chronological sense and serves as a perfect example of artistic growth.

Rheinberger is still evolving musically though the first few Sonatas are every bit as technically challenging as the latter ones. As the sonatas progress, the problem ceases to be the music itself but the enlarged structures and the manner in which they are presented. As for this, Rubsam excelled. Each work has a unified sense that is often lacking in large, multi-part works. This is a great recording that deserves a prominent role in your library.

All of these sonatas contain the essence of Rheinberger's organ works - the punctuated bass, the recurring themes, the utterly flowing rhythm and the soaring, beautiful melodies. The fugues are quite expansive - not strict like Bach's - and they usually dovetail with the theme.

Continuing the Rheinberger Sonata Saga in Grand Style.......2003-07-18

These recordings by Wolfgang Rubsam are a great buy for a lot of reasons. First, the price. At $... per CD this is a fantastic bargain, particularly if you purchase all four volumes at once and receive free shipping as I did. Secondly, there is the sequential order of the Sonatas. Many records are about as orderly as a UN Session on Human Rights with collections like nos 3, 4 and 19 or 1, 2 and 16 or 5, 6 and 12 - groupings that make little sense. The iterative recordings give the collection both a chronological sense and serves as a perfect example of artistic growth.

Rheinberger is still evolving musically though the first few Sonatas are every bit as technically challenging as the latter ones. As the sonatas progress, the problem ceases to be the music itself but the enlarged structures and the manner in which they are presented. As for this, Rubsam excelled. Each work has a unified sense that is often lacking in large, multi-part works. This is a great recording that deserves a prominent role in your library.

Average customer rating: All Good Things... All Good Things... All Good Things....

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Tracks:

1. Fuge: Molto Moderato - Fuge
2. Thema Mit Veranderungen: Andante
3. Fantasie Und Finale: Quasi Adagio - Allegro Non Troppo
4. I Andantino Amabile In D Flat Major
5. II Moderato In B Flat Major
6. III Allegretto In E Flat Major
7. IV Quasi Adagio In C Major
8. V Moderato In E Major
9. Agitato: Allegro
10. Cantilene: Adagio
11. Intermezzo: Moderato
12. Fuge: Con Moto

Customer Reviews:

All Good Things..........2003-08-19

OK OK - I admit it in this edited version. My computer went belly up and submitted multiple reviews. But in this case I think the subject is worthy of all the praise.

Yes, this is currently the last recording of the Rheinberger Sonatas by Wolfgang Rubsam. It is pitiful that there is not a single collection of the Sonatas in their entirety (No 15 seems to be the hardest to locate). Again, I praise these recordings for their affordable price, the detailed liner notes, the sequential order of presentation and last (but certainly not least) the grand interpretation of a great German Romantic.

The Tenth in B Minor opens broadly and again, quintessentially organist (if there is such a word - and if not there should be). It proceeds almost majestically, a mighty, solemn prelude with brief pauses. The Andante is followed by a Fantasie, this Sonata having only three movements. The opening bars set the stage for a concluding Allegro non troppo that is again punctuated with several pauses in which the composer seems to gather his forces for a final charge.

The Eleventh in D Minor has long been a favorite due to its dark, infectious overflowing nature. The Agitato is another of those pieces for virtuosos only. It relaxes rarely and the massive sound recalls Widor, the gorgeous melodies, Bruckner, the conclusion, Reger. The beautiful Adagio precedes the famous Intermezzo whose ABA structure alternates between beautiful melodies and sharp chords. The final fugue begins without pause and the haunting melody intertwines with an early melody as they grow and evolve into something majestic and awe-inspiring.

Needless to say, I await the next batch.

All Good Things..........2003-07-29

*Yes, this is currently the last recording of the Rheinberger Sonatas by Wolfgang Rubsam. It is pitiful that there is not a single collection of the Sonatas in their entirety (No 15 seems to be the hardest to locate). Again, I praise these recordings for their affordable price, the detailed liner notes, the sequential order of presentation and last (but certainly not least) the grand interpretation of a great German Romantic.

The Tenth in B Minor opens broadly and again, quintessentially organist (if there is such a word - and if not there should be). It proceeds almost majestically, a mighty, solemn prelude with brief pauses. The Andante is followed by a Fantasie, this Sonata having only three movements. The opening bars set the stage for a concluding Allegro non troppo that is again punctuated with several pauses in which the composer seems to gather his forces for a final charge.

The Eleventh in D Minor has long been a favorite due to its dark, infectious overflowing nature. The Agitato is another of those pieces for virtuosos only. It relaxes rarely and the massive sound recalls Widor, the gorgeous melodies, Bruckner, the conclusion, Reger. The beautiful Adagio precedes the famous Intermezzo whose ABA structure alternates between beautiful melodies and sharp chords. The final fugue begins without pause and the haunting melody intertwines with an early melody as they grow and evolve into something majestic and awe-inspiring.

Needless to say, I await the next batch.

All Good Things...........2003-07-22

Yes, this is currently the last recording of the Rheinberger Sonatas by Wolfgang Rubsam. It is pitiful that there is not a single collection of the Sonatas in their entirety (No 15 seems to be the hardest to locate). Again, I praise these recordings for their affordable price, the detailed liner notes, the sequential order of presentation and last but certainly not least the grand interpretation of a great German Romantic.

The Tenth in B Minor opens broadly and again, quintessentially organist (if there is such a word - and if not there should be). It proceeds almost majestically, a mighty, solemn prelude with brief pauses. The Andante is followed by a Fantasie, this Sonata having only three movements. The opening bars set the stage for a concluding Allegro non troppo that is again punctuated with several pauses in which the composer seems to gather his forces for another charge.

The Eleventh in D Minor has long been a favorite due to its almost infectious, overflowing, dark nature. The Agitato is another of those pieces for virtuosos only. It relaxes rarely and the massive sound recalls Widor, the gorgeous melodies, Bruckner, the conclusion, Reger. The beautiful Adagio precedes the famous Intermezzo whose ABA structure alternates between beautiful melodies and sharp chords. The final fugue begins without pause and the haunting melody intertwines with an early melody as they grow and evolve into something majestic and awe-inspiring.

Needless to say, I await the next batch of Sonatas.

Average customer rating: Rich, Romantic Sound Rich Romantic Sound Rich Romantic Sound

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Tracks:

1. Son No.1 in c, Op.28: Prld
2. Son No.1 in c, Op.28: Andante
3. Son No.1 in c, Op.28: Finale
4. Son No.2 in A flat, Op.65: Grave - Allegro
5. Son No.2 in A flat, Op.65: Adagio Espressivo
6. Son No.2 in A flat, Op.65: Finale
7. Son No.3 in G, Op.88: Pastorale
8. Son No.3 in G, Op.88: Intermezzo
9. Son No.3 in G, Op.88: Fugue
10. Son No.4 in a, Op.98: (Tempo Moderato)
11. Son No.4 in a, Op.98: Intermezzo
12. Son No.4 in a, Op.98: Fuga Cromatica

Customer Reviews:

Rich, Romantic Sound.......2003-08-20

I have returned to edit a duplicate review (one is not allowed to delete a review after it has been submitted) explaining that yes, the CD was great and no, I did not mean to submit the same review twice.

What is so outstanding about these 20 sonatas is the consumate artistry of the set. Along with their meticulous craftmanship they are also peculiarly "organistic" in a way that other organ works are not. Rheinberger was a musical genius encased in a rather parochial veneer. One cannot imagine this happily married devout Catholic engaging in shenanigans like Lizst, Beethoven or Wagner. The composer did not set out to cause waves but to make music. It is unfortunate that only his organ works are heard today, but at least we have that much. Many composers have now faded into oblivion, only to be remembered as footnotes.

These twenty Sonatas, along with the two Organ Concertos, define the German Romantic Movement. His Peace Concerto, composed prior to WWI, evidenced a naive but noble belief that the nations of Europe could live in peace. Little did he realize that his own adopted land would be the instigator of two conflicts over the next four decades.

Although the Sonatas evolve in complexity and style, their basic structure and style are set from the first - a strict sonata framerwork, a fast slow fast, and a concluding fugue. This does not imply a lack of originality since it is more difficult to demonstrate variety within a set form that establish new forms. The first Sonata in C Minor is majestic and again, utterly organistic. For example, Lizst's organ music always sounds like a piano, Saint-Saens a symphony and Handel's a harpsichord. The punctuated sounds of the bass, the virtuosity of writing for both hands and feet, the flowing harmonies with their semi-quaver rhythm (a Rheinberger hallmark) - all of these are present in the first Sonata.

The only complaint concerns the Third Sonata. This work is magisterial and should be taken at a more stately pace than Rubsam allows. In parts, it sounds hurried. But this is a minor quibble with what is surely a definitive recording

Rich Romantic Sound.......2003-07-29

What is so outstanding about these 20 sonatas is the consumate artistry of the set. Along with their meticulous craftmanship they are also peculiarly "organistic" in a way that other organ works are not. Rheinberger was a musical genius encased in a rather parochial veneer. One cannot imagine this happily married devout Catholic engaging in shenanigans like Lizst, Beethoven or Wagner. The composer did not set out to cause waves but to make music. It is unfortunate that only his organ works are heard today, but at least we have that much. Many composers have now faded into oblivion, only to be remembered as footnotes.

These twenty Sonatas, along with the two Organ Concertos, define the German Romantic Movement. His Peace Concerto, composed prior to WWI, evidenced a naive but noble belief that the nations of Europe could live in peace. Little did he realize that his own adopted land would be the instigator of two conflicts over the next four decades.

Although the Sonatas evolve in complexity and style, their basic structure and style are set from the first - a strict sonata framerwork, a fast slow fast, and a concluding fugue. This does not imply a lack of originality since it is more difficult to demonstrate variety within a set form that establish new forms. The first Sonata in C Minor is majestic and again, utterly organistic. For example, Lizst's organ music always sounds like a piano, Saint-Saens a symphony and Handel's a harpsichord. The punctuated sounds of the bass, the virtuosity of writing for both hands and feet, the flowing harmonies with their semi-quaver rhythm (a Rheinberger hallmark) - all of these are present in the first Sonata.

The only complaint concerns the Third. This work is magisterial and should be taken at a more stately pace than Rubsam allows. In parts, it sounds hurried. But this is a minor quibble with what is surely a definitive recording

Rich Romantic Sound.......2003-07-17

What is so outstanding about these 20 sonatas is the consumate artistry of the set. Along with their meticulous craftmanship they are also peculiarly "organistic" in a way that other organ works are not. Rheinberger was a musical genius encased in a rather parochial veneer. One cannot imagine this happily married devout Catholic engaging in shenanigans like Lizst, Beethoven or Wagner. The composer did not set out to cause waves but to make music. It is unfortunate that only his organ works are heard today, but at least we have that much. Many composers have now faded into oblivion, only to be remembered as footnotes.

These twenty Sonatas, along with the two Organ Concertos, define the German Romantic Movement. His Peace Concerto, composed prior to WWI, evidenced a naive but noble belief that the nations of Europe could live in peace. Little did he realize that his own adopted land would be the instigator of two conflicts over the next four decades.

Although the Sonatas evolve in complexity and style, their basic structure and style are set from the first - a strict sonata framerwork, a fast slow fast, and a concluding fugue. This does not imply a lack of originality since it is more difficult to demonstrate variety within a set form that establish new forms. The first Sonata in C Minor is majestic and again, utterly organistic. For example, Lizst's organ music always sounds like a piano, Saint-Saens a symphony and Handel's a harpsichord. The punctuated sounds of the bass, the virtuosity of writing for both hands and feet, the flowing harmonies with their semi-quaver rhythm (a Rheinberger hallmark) - all of these are present in the first Sonata.

The only complaint concerns the Third. This work is magisterial and should be taken at a more stately pace than Rubsam allows. In parts, it sounds hurried. But this is a minor quibble with what is surely a definitive recording.

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Tracks:

1. Sonata No. 7 op. 127: Praeludium. Allegro non troppo
2. Sonata No. 7 op. 127: Andante
3. Sonata No. 7 op. 127: Finale. Grave - Vivo
4. Sonata No. 8 op. 132: Praludium
5. Sonata No. 8 op. 132: Intermezzo. Andantino
6. Sonata No. 8 op. 132: Scherzoso. Allegro molto
7. Sonata No. 8 op. 132: Passacaglia. Molto moderato
8. 12 Fughetten strengen Styls op. 123b
9. 12 Fughetten Strengen Styls, Op.123b: Andantino in f#
10. 12 Fughetten Strengen Styls, Op.123b: Andante in D flat
11. 12 Fughetten Strengen Styls, Op.123b: Animato in c#
12. 12 Fughetten Strengen Styls, Op.123b: Andante in e flat
13. 12 Fughetten Strengen Styls, Op.123b: Con Moto in A flat
14. 12 Fughetten Strengen Styls, Op.123b: Andante in e
15. 12 Fughetten Strengen Styls, Op.123b: Maestoso in A
16. 12 Fughetten Strengen Styls, Op.123b: Con Moto in g#
17. 12 Fughetten Strengen Styls, Op.123b: Con Moto in a
18. 12 Fughetten Strengen Styls, Op.123b: Andantino in B
19. 12 Fughetten Strengen Styls, Op.123b: Tempo Moderato in b

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Rheinberger: Complete Organ Works, Vol.2 Manufacturer: MD&G Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Rheinberger, Joseph | ( R ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Sonatinas | Sonatas | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Romantic (c.1820-1910) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music Similar Items: Rheinberger: Complete Organ Works, Vol. 4 Rheinberger: Complete Organ Works, Vol.3 Complete Organ Works 7 Rheinberger: Complete Organ Works, Vol. 6 Rheinberger: Complete Organ Works, Vol. 11 ASIN: B00002R31A Release Date: 2000-01-11

Tracks:

1. Son No.2 in A flat, Op.65: Grave/Allegro
2. Son No.2 in A flat, Op.65: Adagio Espressivo
3. Son No.2 in A flat, Op.65: Finale. Fuga. Allegro
4. Zehn Trios Op.49: 1. Andante
5. Zehn Trios Op.49: 2. Moderato
6. Zehn Trios Op.49: 3. Adagio
7. Zehn Trios Op.49: 4. Allegretto, Quasi Andantino
8. Zehn Trios Op.49: 5. Con Moto
9. Zehn Trios Op.49: 6. Alla Breve
10. Zehn Trios Op.49: 7. Andantino Amabile
11. Zehn Trios Op.49: 8. Adagio Non Troppo
12. Zehn Trios Op.49: 9. Moderato
13. Zehn Trios Op.49: 10. Andante Molto
14. Trio in c, WoO 37
15. Son No.3 in G, Op.88: Pastorale. Con Moto
16. Son No.3 in G, Op.88: Intermezzo. Andante Con Moto
17. Son No.3 in G, Op.88: Fuge. Non Troppo Allegro
18. Son No.4 in a, Op.98: Tempo Moderato
19. Son No.4 in a, Op.98: Intermezzo. Andantino
20. Son No.4 in a, Op.98: Fuga Cromatica. Tempo Moderato

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Tracks:

1. Praludium. Molto Moderato, Ma Energico
2. Provencalisch, Andantino
3. Introduction Und Finale. Grave-Con Moto
4. Praludium. Lento Maestoso
5. Intermezzo. Adagio
6. Pastorale. Andantino
7. Finale. Con Moto
8. Andante Amabile
9. Moderato
10. Andantino Amabile
11. Andantino
12. Zum Eingang
13. Zum Gloria
14. Zum Credo
15. Zum Offertorium
16. Zum Sanktus
17. Nach Der Wandlung
18. Zum Agnus Dei
19. Zum Schlub
20. Postludium

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Rheinberger: Complete Organ Works, Vol.3 Manufacturer: MD&G Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Rheinberger, Joseph | ( R ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Fugues | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Sonatinas | Sonatas | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Romantic (c.1820-1910) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music Similar Items: Complete Organ Works 7 Rheinberger: Complete Organ Works, Vol.2 Rheinberger: Complete Organ Works, Vol. 12 Rheinberger: Complete Organ Works, Vol. 6 Rheinberger: Complete Organ Works, Vol. 11 ASIN: B00005043E Release Date: 2000-11-28

Tracks:

1. Son No.5 in F#, Op.111: 1. Grave/2. Allegro Moderato/3. Tempo I
2. Son No.5 in F#, Op.111: 1. Adagio Non Troppo/2. Allegro/3. L'istesso Tempo
3. Son No.5 in F#, Op.111: Finale. Allegro Maestoso
4. Son No.6 in e flat, Op.119: Prld. Andante
5. Son No.6 in e flat, Op.119: Intermezzo. Andantino Amabile
6. Son No.6 in e flat, Op.119: Marcia Religiosa. Moderato
7. Son No.6 in e flat, Op.119: Fuga. Con Moto
8. 12 Fughetten Strengen Styls Op.123a: Maestoso in E flat
9. 12 Fughetten Strengen Styls Op.123a: Andante in c
10. 12 Fughetten Strengen Styls Op.123a: Andante in C
11. 12 Fughetten Strengen Styls Op.123a: Moderato in f
12. 12 Fughetten Strengen Styls Op.123a: Andante Molto in F
13. 12 Fughetten Strengen Styls Op.123a: Andantino in E
14. 12 Fughetten Strengen Styls Op.123a: Andante in b flat
15. 12 Fughetten Strengen Styls Op.123a: Moderato in g
16. 12 Fughetten Strengen Styls Op.123a: Con Moto in D
17. 12 Fughetten Strengen Styls Op.123a: Con Moto in f#
18. 12 Fughetten Strengen Styls Op.123a: Andante Molto in B flat
19. 12 Fughetten Strengen Styls Op.123a: Allegro Maestoso in G

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1. Ketèlbey: Piano Music, Vol. 1
2. Khachaturian: Piano Concerto/Prokofiev: Piano Concerto No.3
3. Klebe: Feuersturz Op91; Glockentürme Op103
4. Koechlin: Sur les flots lointains Op130; Buisson Ardent Op203
5. László Lajtha: Orchestral Works Volume 4
6. La Harpe Royale
7. Mahler: Rückert Lieder; Das Lied von der Erde
8. Markevitch: Complete Orchestra Music, Vol.1
9. Mendelssohn: Quartet No.2 In A Major/Grieg: Quartet In G Minor, Op.27
10. Michael Nyman, Edition No. 1: Concertos

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