Liebeslieder-Walzer Op. 52 / Neue Liebeslieder Op. 65

Johannes Brahms composed his Liebeslieder-Walzer, Op. 52, and the Neue Liebeslieder, Op. 65, as sets of vocal waltzes for piano four-hands and vocal quartet. Originally published in the late 19th century, these works were deeply rooted in the popular Viennese waltz tradition, reflecting Brahms's affection for the lighthearted domestic music-making common in his era. He drew inspiration from the folk-like poetry of Georg Friedrich Daumer, crafting pieces that balance technical sophistication with an accessible, lyrical intimacy intended for both the concert stage and private salons.

This 1988 recording, released by the German label PAN Verlag Vleugels under catalog number OV-65 020, captures the ensemble performances of Sybille Plocher, Astrid Schön, Andreas Schülist, Patrick Weglehner, and the Schlüter brothers. Produced during a period of renewed interest in authentic chamber interpretations of Romantic-era vocal works, the release highlights the interplay between the four-hand piano accompaniment and the vocal quartet. It remains a representative example of regional European label productions focused on maintaining the traditional performance practice of the Germanic Lieder repertoire.