The Zentralbibliothek Zürich continues a tradition dating back to the 17th century of distributing 'New Year pieces' on January 2nd, originally in exchange for money to heat society rooms.
Critical Reception
Hermann Goetz initially struggled to find a publisher for his works, with one publisher, Schuberth, refusing his Piano Trio and Sonata for piano four hands.
Composition History
Hermann Goetz's Piano Trio in G minor was written during a period of deep homesickness after his move to Winterthur and was dedicated to his teacher and mentor Hans von Bülow.
Cultural Impact
The Zentralbibliothek Zürich's Music Department, established in 1971, houses one of the world's largest collections of Wagneriana and is a major repository for Swiss music manuscripts from the last 200 years.
Performer Biography
The Swiss chamber ensemble Trio Fontane, formed in 2002, has received awards and support from various foundations, including being named the best piano trio at the 2007 Migros Culture Percentage chamber music competition.
Composer Biography
Hans Huber, a student at the Leipzig Conservatory, was recognized as one of its most diligent and talented pupils, though he intended to focus on composing rather than virtuosity.
Composer Biography
Hermann Goetz, born in Königsberg (now Kaliningrad), suffered from tuberculosis since age thirteen and moved to Winterthur, Switzerland, in hopes the climate would improve his health.
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