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Chamber Music by Anthony Ritchie



Opus 113Belle Doette (2004)
for soprano and oboe
Belle Doette is based on a 12th century chanson. The oboe part freely develops motifs introduced by the soprano.
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Opus 53Brass Quintet (1992)
for trumpets, horn, trombone, tuba
This work contains a variety of moods and styles, from the quiet and calm slow movement, to the gritty and strong variations of the theme 'Down in the Brunner Mine'. For a professional group.
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Opus 124Clarinet Quintet (2006)
for clarinet and string quartet
A substantial work in three movements - a lively and energetic first movement - a brooding slow movement - and a restless uneasy finale.
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Opus 89bDance Suite (1999)
for violin and piano
This work is re-arranged from the dance work 'Concertina' (opus 89) written for Dan Belton. It is in six movements: slow dance, quick dance, whales, sad dance, scherzo, gig. A lively and varied collection of pieces, suited to professional performers.
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Opus 135Flute Sonata (2008)
for flute and piano
A sonata in 3 movements that captures many different characters of the flute and is accompanied by an exciting piano part.
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Opus 106Four Bagatelles for Percussion and Viola (2003)
for percussion and viola
This work consists of four short pieces in contrasting moods, for professional performers
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Opus 26Little Quartet (1987)
for flute, clarinet, viola & piano
After a dark and brooding opening, this piece develops into a lively and quirky exploration of an unusual instrumental combination.
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Opus 112Meditation (2004)
for viola and piano
A simple, lyrical piece written for my wife and first performed on our wedding day.
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Opus 133aMeditation for violin and piano (2008)
for orchestra
Takes an ancient Chinese poem as its inspiration. Creates a simple calm sound world.
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Opus 87Memories of Budapest (1998)
Sextet for violins, violas, cello and horn
A very active and exciting centre section framed by two slow and reflective sections, evoking sound pictures from the composer's stay in the Hungarian capital. Written for professional performers.
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Opus 139Nocturne and Sunrise (2008)
for flute, viola and guitar
A colourful work in three sections and describes the progression from night through to early morning.
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Opus 129Octopus (2007)
for octet
An octet using the same combination as the Schubert Octet and in one continuous movement. Evocative sound colours within the ensemble depict the life cycle of the octopus.
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Opus 116Oppositions (2005)
for piano quartet
Angular, exciting piece in one movement. Musical themes jostle for supremacy.
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Opus 51a Pas de Deux (1992)
for two guitars
This is a substantial work in five sections which explores the many different textures and colours available from the combination of two guitars.
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Opus 100Piano Trio (2001)
for violin, cello and piano
This work was a finalist in the SOUNZ Contemporary Award for 2001, and signals a new direction in the composer's style, using 12-tone rows for the first time since student works.The Piano Trio is in three movements.
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Opus 83Rhapsody (1998)
for violin and piano
This vivid and exciting piece is based around a 'khosid dance' from Transylvannia. Both violin and piano parts are demanding.
published by Promethean Editions


Opus 121Rites of Passage (2005)
for bassoon and string quartet
A lively and challenging piece for an unusual combination, well received on its inaugural tour for Chamber Music NZ
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Opus 120Song for Minstrel (2005)
for violin and piano
Wistful and lyrical piece for violin and piano
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Opus 14String Quartet (1983-4)
for string quartet
Avant garde in style, it explores relationships among people in music, and is technically demanding.
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Opus 105String Quartet No 2 (2003)
for string quartet
This work is in four movements and is designed for professional players.
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Opus 90The Blue Sonata (1998-9)
for cello and piano
A substantial work for cello and piano, which explores a range of emotions and moods. For professional players.
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Opus 133bTheme and Variations for cellos (2007)
for orchestra
Scored for 6 to 8 cellos and makes a good companion piece for Bachianas Brasilieras No. 5 by Villa-Lobos
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Opus 118Three Pieces for Viola and Guitar (2005)
for female voices, horn and piano
Three lyrical pieces with a relatively simple guitar part.
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Opus 130Transylvanian Dances (2007)
for string quartet
Based on a transcription of two Hungarian Jewish folk tunes combined to make a lively short concert item.
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Opus 31Trio for Clarinet, Cello and Piano (1988)
for clarinet, cello and piano
An intense work, with a restless first movement, a brooding second movement, and a fleeting and mellow finale. It does not make excessive demands on the players.
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Opus 45aTuatara (1990)
for violin and piano
For professional players to perform to children.
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Opus 123Two Pieces for Flute and Bass Clarinet (2006)
for flute and bass clarinet
Two contrasting pieces, one melancholy the other energetic and dynamic.
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Opus 64cViola Sonata (1994-5)
for viola and piano
Piano reduction of orchestral score. A personal and substantial work in 4 movements covering a range of moods.
published by Bellbird Publications


Opus 20Violin Sonata (1986)
for violin and piano
In three movements, this sonata is expansive and quite demanding for both instruments. It is full of driving rhythms and rich textures.
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Opus 71Whakatipua (1995-6)
for string quartet
An approachable and evocative work, based on the landscape around Queenstown in NZ. This piece was written for a birthday celebration.
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Opus 140Words are my Notes (2008)
for mezzo soprano, viola and piano
This cycle is a setting of four poems by Christopher Marshall which explore the nature of words and their use in human relationships.
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