Max Christian Friedrich Bruch ( 6 January 1838 -- 2 October 1920 ) also known as Max Karl August Bruch , was a German Romantic composer and conductor who wrote over 200 works , including three violin concertos , one of which is a staple of the violin repertoire . Max Christian Friedrich Bruch ( 6 January 1838-2 October 1920 ) , also known as Max Karl August Bruch , was a German Romantic composer and conductor who wrote over 200 works , including three violin concertos , one of which is a staple of the violin repertoire .