The Eulenberg Edition of Brahms’ String Sextet No.1 In B Flat Op.18 in the original setting for 2 Violins 2 Violas and 2 Cellos. It is an eventful yet enduring work with shifting textures that follows the conventions of the classical as much as the Romantic with Brahms almost reluctantly capturing the beauty of Vienna. The use of String Sextet as an ensemble was new but Brahms magnificently entwines the instruments into a glorious whole. This Eulenberg Edition is a celebrated and highly authoritative miniature score serving as the definitive reference source for study performance preparation or simply for those with a love of the greatorchestral works.

This arrangement offers exciting opportunities for more mature players. A combination of juxtaposed and interlocking double-stops are used to maintain the sonorous depth of Brahms’s original work. Several edits have been made to bring this to a more appropriate length for concert and festival performances. Although this is ideal for large string orchestras also consider using it for a chamber group of your finest musicians! (6:00)

Expert Level (correlates with Book 2 p. 30)One of Brahms' most recognized themes in a smart version for developing players.