Chamber Music by Bernd Klein
Chamber music by Bernd Klein – string quartets, small ensembles and works moving between contemporary classical music, crossover and audiovisual projects.
Lovis Corinth – The Violinist
String quartet “Chromatic Ostinato”
String Quartet in D Minor – Chromatic Ostinato
The standalone string quartet behind the Lovis Corinth film
Butterfly Nocturne in G Major (Five-Four Butterfly)
Chamber music in 5/4 · featured in Caspar David Friedrich, Part 4
Nocturne in F# Minor: Echoes of the Elbphilharmonie
Chamber nocturne · 2026 release
Asterism: A Study in Pale Light
Chamber music and a 1928 astronomy film
Songs for Mathis
A musical cycle between piano and chamber textures
Veils of Emotion
Enjoy a captivating blend of Bernd Klein’s soulful cello and piano piece, "Veils of Emotion," paired with iconic scenes from classic cinema. Immerse yourself in the mystique of the 1922 silent film Salomé and the heartfelt charm of Charlie Chaplin’s The Vagabond (1916).
In the Magic Wood: Dream of Mathis
This heartwarming composition is dedicated to Mathis, my grandson, who was only four weeks old, when I wrote this music. As he slept peacefully, I imagined the gentle dreams that might dance through his mind, even though he’s not truly envisioning magical forests or delicate piano notes.
Quartet in the Magic Wood
Discover "Quartet in the Woods" by Bernd Klein, a beautiful quartet arrangement of "In the Magic Wood: Dream of Mathis." This piece, dedicated to my beloved grandson, features a vibraphone alongside a string trio of cello, viola, and violin. Experience the delicate and intricate melodies that enhance the original theme, adding depth and complexity.
Crossroads on the Moon
The video features the same pictures as the original but with rearranged instrumentation. The initial piano and cello composition have transformed into a harpsichord and saxophone arrangement. The choice of a harpsichord, with its cold and distant tones, better captures the moon's essence, replacing the warmer piano.
Fibonacci Sequence, A Pattern of Life by Bernd Klein
The images of the video illustrate the patterns of the music. The music is based on the Fibonacci numbers 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, in the duration of the notes. The ride cymbal, bass drum, and crash cymbal underline the rhythm of the three leading voices of the organ. The corresponding Fibonacci number of each voice is depicted by a square with a picture in.
Saxophones on the Radio
is a soul-stirring composition crafted for a saxophone quartet. This emotive piece, characterized by its unhurried pace, perfectly complements a scene from an old motion picture. A man turns on the radio listens skeptically and moves to his chair.
Answers to Unknown Questions
is a music piece for piano, alt saxophone, violas and violins.
Light waves
is a composition for piano, violoncellos, and two flutes, composed by Bernd Klein. The musical composition revolves around a ceaselessly repeated A note, initially relentless like a metronome, yet gradually softening and mellowing as the music unfolds.
Design for Dreaming
Bernd Klein composed a Jazz piece tailored for Alto and Tenor Saxophone, Electric Bass, Piano, and Drumset. The music features a commanding bass line and melodic saxophone interplay, offering a modern sound that intriguingly contrasts with the 1956 film it accompanies.
Rainy Day in a Car Wash
In an unexpected twist, Bernd Klein's composition turns a car wash into a setting for a lyrical piano and flute piece. The video captures vibrant hues at each stage, defying typical car wash expectations. The piano sets a rhythmic foundation with lively chords, and the melodies gracefully intertwine, evoking a sense of romantic playfulness.