Among the outstanding composers for the flute of the post-classical period is indisputably Caspar Kummer. The Trio, with its ravishing finale, almost indispensable in its class, IS repertoire.
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...
Kummer's flute solos are among the indispensable instructional pieces, which even in performance are able to inspire thanks to their kaleidoscopically fanned-out techniques.
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.
Edited from the first edition.
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.