Trailblazer Johannes Brahms was fascinated by the bands’ whirling melodies and dramatic rhythms. He introduced this music to a whole new audience when he wrote Gypsy-inspired dances for the ...

The best recordings of the Brahms concertos are collaborative ventures in which the finest pianists are matched by the finest orchestras and conductors. Good working partnerships are not enough, ...

Among other composers, Brahms’ music is also recognised for the technical difficulties it presents for the solo performer. Musicians have to be technically skilled to perform these works and ...