 The HSQ repertoire included several contemporary compositions, including pieces that had not previously been recorded.Prior to the HSQ's 1950 recording, Arnold Schoenberg's "Verklärte Nacht" had only been released in a version for orchestra, although it was originally written for six instruments.Joined by Alvin Dinkin on second viola and Kurt Reher on second cello, the HSQ recording of the sextet in its original form was heralded by the composer, who wrote the original liner notes for the LP jacket.