Short bio Emil Bohnke
Full biography Emil Bohnke
Emil Bohnke was a German musician and composer born in 1888, who was known for his work as a violist and conductor. His career as a composer was relatively short-lived as he passed away in 1928 at the young age of 40. However, his work during this time was of high quality and greatly appreciated by his contemporaries.
Bohnke's compositions fall squarely in the Romantic tradition of classical music, with a strong emphasis on melody and emotion. Some of his most notable works include "Thema mit Variationen fur Grosses Orchester" and "Solo Viola Sonata No.1." Additionally , Bohnke was known for his interpretations of works by other composers, particularly those of the Viennese Classical period.
Bohnke was also a violinist and conductor, and he enjoyed a successful career in both of these roles. He was a member of the renowned Wihan Quartet, which was considered one of the most important string quartets of the early 20th century.
Despite his relatively short career, Bohnke made an important contribution to the world of classical music. His innovative style and dedication to the Romantic tradition continue to inspire musicians and composers to this day.
Compositions featuring Emil Bohnke
# | Name | Duration | Genre | Year |
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1 | Symphony Op. 16 | 41:10 min | Symphony | 1928 |
2 | Thema mit Variationen, for large orchestra, Op. 9 | 21:06 min | Orchestral | 1918 |
3 | Sinfonische Ouvertüre, Op. 2 | 19:31 min | Orchestral | 1911 |
4 | Nocturn, for piano | 2:01 min | Keyboard | - |
5 | Piano Concerto, Op. 14 | 31:30 min | Concerto | - |
6 | Piano Pieces (6), Op. 6 | 19:27 min | Keyboard | - |
7 | Piano Pieces (6), Op. 8 | 18:14 min | Keyboard | - |
8 | Piano Sonata in B minor, Op. 10 | 33:23 min | Keyboard | - |
9 | Sketches (6), for piano, Op. 12 | 6:21 min | Keyboard | - |
10 | Violin Concerto in D major, Op. 11 | 35:49 min | Concerto | - |
Albums featuring Emil Bohnke
# | Сover | Name album | Year | Music label |
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1 | Emil Bohnke, Robert-Alexander Bohnke, Bamberger Symphoniker, Israel Yinon – Piano Concerto Op. 14 / Symphony Op. 16(CD, Album) | 2001 | Koch Schwann | |
2 | Kolja Lessing, Bernhard Schwarz, Trio Alkan, Verdi Quartett, Emil Bohnke – Chamber Music(2×CD, ) | 1995 | MDG | |
3 | Berlin. Sinf. Orchester, E. Bohnke – Arabischer Tanz - Peer Gynt Suite II(Shellac, 78 RPM, 12", Test Pressing) | 1927 | Not On Label | |
4 | Berliner Sinfonie-Orchester, Emil Bohnke – Morgenstimmung / Anitras Tanz(Shellac, 12", 78 RPM) | - | Homocord | |
5 | Berliner Sinfonie Orchester, Emil Bohnke, P. Tschaikovsky – Andante Cantabile aus der V. Symphonie (E-Moll) III. und IV. Teil(Shellac, ) | - | Homocord |
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