Brahms: Piano Trio No.2, Op.87

Introduction

The Piano Trio No. 2 in C major, Op. 87, by Johannes Brahms was composed between 1880 and 1882. It is scored for piano, violin and cello. It was first performed at a chamber music evening in Frankfurt on 29 December 1882.

The trio is in four movements:

1. Allegro moderato
2. Andante con moto
3. Scherzo: Presto
4. Finale: Allegro giocoso

A typical performance lasts roughly 27 to 30 minutes.

• C major, sonata form
• A minor, theme and variations
• C minor (with Picardy third), scherzo and trio
• C major, sonata form