Six Trios, Op. 6/ G. 89-94 [formerly published as Op. 9] Cover Image

Six Trios, Op. 6/ G. 89-94 [formerly published as Op. 9]: String Duo & Ensemble, Trio, Parts

$21.95 USD
$21.95 USD
Skip to product information
Six Trios, Op. 6/ G. 89-94 [formerly published as Op. 9] Cover Image
Six Trios, Op. 6/ G. 89-94 [formerly published as Op. 9]: String Duo & Ensemble, Trio, Parts

Six Trios, Op. 6/ G. 89-94 [formerly published as Op. 9]: String Duo & Ensemble, Trio, Parts

By Luigi Boccherini, ed./arr. Wilhelm Altmann

Item: 36-M397691
$21.95
Shipped

One moment…

Description
The Six Trios, Op. 6 / G. 89-94 (formerly published as Op. 9), edited by Wilhelm Altmann were composed in the 1770s by Luigi Boccherini (1743-1805) during his years in Spain under the patronage of the Infante Don Luis. Written for two violins and cello, these chamber works often emphasize the cello - an instrument Boccherini himself played with great virtuosity. The work has a confusing publication history, with the set long circulated as Op. 9 before later scholarship reassigned it correctly to Op. 6. Wilhelm Altmann (1862-1951), an important German musicologist and librarian known for his chamber music editions and catalogues, helped reintroduce and clarify Boccherini's chamber works for modern performers through scholarly editorial work in the early 20th century. The Six Trios, Op. 6 / G. 89-94 still hold a respected place in the Classical chamber repertoire as a contribution to the development of the string trio tradition. Reprint edition.

Six Trios, Op. 6/ G. 89-94 [formerly published as Op. 9]: String Duo & Ensemble, Trio, Parts isn't in MakeMusic Cloud just yet...but it could be. Let us know you'd like to see it, and you'll help shape what comes next. In the meantime, start a free trial and dive into thousands of interactive titles your students can play along with today.

Request This Title

Tell us you want it.

Start Your Free Trial

Explore everything that's ready to play right now.
Sample Pages

No sample pages found.
Sample Audio
No sample audio found.
Sample Video
No sample videos found.
Additional Details
Series: Master String Series - LudwigMasters
Publisher: LUDWIGMASTERS
ISBN13: 979-889-810-9189
UPC: 612735761196
SKU: 36-M397691
Instrumentation: String Trio

More about this title

About the Composer: Luigi Boccherini

Luigi Boccherini (1743-1805) was an Italian composer and cellist whose career took him across Europe, most notably to Spain where he served the Infante Don Luis. A virtuoso on his own instrument, he wrote prolifically for chamber ensembles and used the cello in ways that were groundbreaking for his time, elevating it from continuo accompaniment to a fully realized melodic voice.

Boccherini's chamber works, particularly his string trios and quintets, occupy a crucial position in the development of Classical string writing. His gift for elegant melody and transparent orchestration influenced composers well beyond his lifetime. Though he fell into relative obscurity after his death, musicologists and performers have steadily rediscovered his vast catalog, recognizing him as one of the most important chamber composers of the late 18th century.

Why we love this

These trios showcase Boccherini's mastery of balance between the instruments in ways that keep all three parts engaged and rewarding. The cello writing especially demands attention and technical facility, giving cellists genuine material to sink their teeth into rather than filler. Their manageable scale and elegant construction make them ideal for ensembles developing their chamber repertoire without sacrificing sophistication.

What to expect

Graceful and conversational, with the kind of effortless elegance that only comes from a master craftsman. The melodic lines sing naturally across all three instruments, and the harmonic language is clear without ever feeling austere. There's a lightness of touch throughout, yet the writing never trivializes the ensemble or the instruments.

Who it's for

String teachers working with advanced intermediate to early advanced trios who want repertoire with real substance. These pieces work equally well for community chamber ensembles or university string programs seeking to expand beyond the most familiar Classical trio literature.

How to get the most out of it

  • Bring out the dialogue between the two violin lines in the faster movements; they often trade melodic material in ways that feel almost conversational, and clarity here prevents the texture from becoming muddy.
  • The cello part deserves prominent balance in the ensemble sound. Boccherini wrote these pieces as a vehicle for the instrument, so resist the urge to relegate it to harmonic support.
  • Pay close attention to articulation and bow distribution in passages marked with repeated figures. Classical elegance lives in the details of how these short motifs are shaped, not in muscling through them.
  • Take advantage of the expressive markings Boccherini includes in slower movements. These trios may be from the 1770s, but the lyrical passages reward genuine singing tone and dynamic control.

How to use it

Pair these with Mozart or Haydn string trios on a chamber concert to illustrate the breadth of the Classical tradition beyond the most canonical names. They also serve as excellent stepping stones for trios moving toward Beethoven, offering technical and interpretive challenges without the structural complexity of his later works.

Skills your students will build

  • Playing as an equal partner in an ensemble without a keyboard anchor
  • Balancing three independent lines of equal musical importance
  • Managing cello technique in both lyrical and technically demanding passages
  • Executing Classical phrase structures and cadential articulation
  • Responding to subtle dynamic and textural shifts across movements

You May Also Like