A famous set of variations by Brahms is ahead later in the hour. First, we've got a Brahms Intermezzo that was inspired by a Scottish folk tune. Pianist Helene Grimaud plays the Intermezzo, Op. 117, ...

Pianist Gwendolyn Mok is into the Big Bang behind musical compositions. What was it that led Beethoven or Ravel to create their “sound worlds?” she asks. Here’s what she thinks: Music often rises out ...

Freire plays tribute to the noted German composer on his new album. Music critic Lloyd Schwartz doesn't always love Brahms, but he loves this recording. This is FRESH AIR. The Brazilian pianist Nathan ...

Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Johannes Brahms wrote 18 ...

Bach - Partita in C minor BWV826. Schumann - Intermezzi Op 4. Brahms - Intermezzi Op 117. Schumann - Faschingsschwank aus Wien. Finghin Collins has long been the most successful Irish pianist of his ...

Suzy Klein with Brahms choral works throughout the week and live performances in the studio by pianist, Peter Donohoe and the Gould Piano Trio. Every night this week Live in Concert from Bristol for ...