By Mary Nemet Joseph Joachim: Fantasies on Irish and Hungarian Themes for Violin & Orchestra (Piano reduction) Bärenreiter, €26.95 The creations of a famous soloist and leader of his quartet, Joseph Joachim’s compositions took second place to his extensive concertizing. However in addition to his well-known cadenzas to the major violin concertos, he penned a … Continue reading These Pieces by Joseph Joachim Are Delightful Gems