Repertoire: The IDEAL Dvořák "American" Works

Between 1892-95 Dvořák composed a unique collection of pieces with a recognizable melodic character, sometimes described as "American" (in Dvořák's own way, of course). Together the offer a nicely varied selection of some of his best works. Here they are: The American Flag (cantata) String Quartet No. 12, Op. 96 “American” String Quintet No. 3, Op. 97 Biblical Songs Symphony No. 9 “From the New World” Humoresques (for piano) Sonatina for Violin and Piano “American” Suite in A (for piano or orchestra) Cello Concerto Musical Example courtesy of Supraphon Records