Dutch Chamber Music: V... - Viotta Ensemble - Audio CD (Arrives in 50 days)

The 19th-century classical music scene in the Netherlands was vibrant and highly productive, marked by a blend of local talent and European influences. This period saw the rise of notable composers and musicians who significantly shaped Dutch music, including Julius Röntgen, Johannes Bernardus van Bree, and Cornelis Coenen. Julius Röntgen (1855-1932) was a German-Dutch composer and pianist who played a crucial role in Dutch music. After moving to Amsterdam, Röntgen co-founded the Amsterdam Conservatory in 1884, where he nurtured a generation of musicians. His extensive body of works includes symphonies, chamber music, and songs, often reflecting German Romanticism while integrating Dutch folk elements. Johannes Bernardus van Bree (1801-1857) was a significant figure in Dutch classical music. A conductor, composer, and violinist, Van Bree is best remembered for his “Allegro for Four String Quartets”, a highly original and vibrant work, in Mendelssohnian style and spirit. Johannes M. Coenen (1824-1899) was another key contributor, known for his work as a violinist, conductor, and composer. Coenen’s compositions, including symphonies and operas, were widely respected and performed. He was actively involved with the Caecilia Society, an organization that advanced choral music in the Netherlands. Played by the Viotta Ensemble, consisting of members of the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, conducted by Victor Liberman, who was concert master of the orchestra. Recordings from 1992-1994, a reissue from NM Classics, the label of music from The Netherlands.

Label: Brilliant Classics | Origin: Holland