His best songs approach the level of his idol, Robert Schumann. He also wrote sacred music (e.g. the (at least) 3 Masses, Opus 20, 50 and 55), chamber works including three string quartets and orchestral music (several overtures, among which the Gijsbrecht van Aemstel overture, and a Symphony in E minor, Opus 46).
A composer of exceptional skill is on par with his idol, Robert Schumann. He also composed sacred music, including three Masses (Opus 20, 50, and 55), chamber works such as string quartets, and orchestral pieces like overtures and a symphony.