Danny Elfmans Piano Quartet comprises thematic variations for piano and string trio cast in five movements: Ein Ding, Kinderspott, Duett für Vier, Ruhig and Die Wolfsjungen. The idea behind the work stems from a familiar childrens playground taunt which can be heard in the second movement.

The work playfully cycles through a variety of moods and textures, from the agitated intensity of the first movement so reminiscent of the composers iconic film music, through to the delicate Adagio, all...