Kjell Roikjer

Kjell Roikjer (14 June 1901 – 19 September 1999) was a Danish composer and bassoonist who for more than 30 years was a member of the Royal Danish Orchestra (1938–1971). He was a founder of the chamber ensemble "Blæserkvintetten af 1932" (Woodwind Quintet of 1932) and member from 1932 to 1948. As a composer, Roikjer was very productive, writing mostly for small ensembles. He often employed less frequently used instruments such as tuba, xylophone and saxophone.

Selected works

• Introduction and Theme with Variations for Viola Solo, Op.29
• Concerto for Xylophone and Orchestra, Op.34
• Woodwind Quintet, Op.42
• Divertimento for Flute and Viola, Op.45
• Variations, Chorale and Fugue on a theme by Carl Nielsen for 4 Trombones, Op.51
• Variations and Rondo on a Swedish Folksong for Brass Quintet, Op.53
• 10 Inventions for 2 Tubas, Op.55
• Variations and Finale on a Norwegian Folksong for Brass Quintet, Op.56
• Scherzo for Brass Quintet, Op.53
• Concerto for Tuba and Orchestra, Op.61
• Capriccio for Tuba and Orchestra, Op.66
• Sonata for Tuba and Piano, Op.68
• Andante for Tuba and Piano, Op.65
• Tonal Miniature Pieces in All Keys for Tuba and Piano, Op.75
• Concerto for Bassoon and String Orchestra, Op.90