Kaspar Kummer

The concertante duos op.25 apostrophized as 'Great Duets' appeared in several editions already in the 19th century, a sign of appreciation. Brilliant and stirring.

Opus 132 is still one of the most frequently published pieces by the master. The characteristic style and playfulness of this late work already hint at the era of the romanticizing salon, as can be se...

Kummer's chamber music is experiencing a furious renaissance: it is recognized 'that his fantasies are of consummate elegance and always well-set', like his op. 53. Ductus and playfulness in this work...

Also in these 'beginner duos' Kummer offers an imaginative interplay full of elegance and nuanced dynamics and articulation. Best playing literature for lessons.

Taken from the Instructions for playing the flute, op. 106, published between 1840 and 1846, this edition could also be described as a short excursion into the history of the opera. This was an aspect...

Entnommen der zwischen 1840 und 1846 erschienenen 'Anweisung zum Flötenspiel' op. 106, könnte man die Ausgabe als kleinen Exkurs in die Operngeschichte bezeichnen, und sicherlich hat Kummer auch diese...

Edited from the first edition.

The rediscovery of the three flute quartets op.99 is an event. The tonal flair, the inimitable melodic melting of the movements are unparalleled.

Rarely has writing for flute quartet been so beguilingly beautiful and ingratiating in a minor key. The pre-Romantic jewel needs no recommendation for permanent appropriation.

This work in C major is the crowning finale of the edition of all 11 extant flute quartets. They WILL become common property for this instrumentation in the near future.

An excellent 'Minnegesang' for two flutes: In vocal filigree balance, winds and strings also vie over a guitar foundation to present the most beautiful melodies. Exquisite!

Edited from the First Edition.

The trio remained in the repertoire for a long time as Kummer's best-known chamber music, not least thanks to its consummate elegance. The work also exists in the instrumentation for 2 flutes, viola,...

The opus that opens the impressive series of 11 quartets, already accomplished in expressing a balance between flute and strings.