Hermann Goetz (1840–1876) was a German composer whose brief but brilliant career produced music of intense beauty and craftsmanship. His piano works and chamber music are marked by a passionate and melodically rich style that caught the attention of Brahms. For the performer, Goetz’s scores demand a strong technical foundation and a deep commitment to lyrical expression. His music often features complex developmental sections and warm, romantic harmonies that require the pianist to maintain clarity within a dense and emotive texture.