Immerse yourself in the timeless genius of Ludwig van Beethoven with "Beethoven: The Piano Sonatas, Volume I," a captivating live recording from the prestigious Tonhalle Zürich in 2004. Released on ECM New Series in 2005, this album is a treasure trove of classical piano masterpieces, featuring the first four of Beethoven's iconic piano sonatas, including the renowned "Grande Sonate" (Op. 7).
Spanning a total of 1 hour and 48 minutes, this collection showcases the evolution of Beethoven's early compositional style, from the stormy intensity of the Piano Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 2 No. 1, to the lyrical grace of the Piano Sonata No. 4 in E-Flat Major, Op. 7. Each sonata is performed with exquisite nuance and technical brilliance, offering a profound exploration of Beethoven's emotional depth and structural innovation.
The album is a testament to Beethoven's enduring influence on classical music, capturing the essence of his revolutionary approach to the piano sonata form. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to Beethoven's music, this live recording provides an intimate and dynamic listening experience, bringing you closer to the heart of Beethoven's musical genius.
Tracks
Piano Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 2 No. 1: I. Allegro - Live at Tonhalle Zürich, 2004Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 2 No. 1: II. Adagio - Live at Tonhalle Zürich, 2004Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 2 No. 1: III. Menuetto. Allegretto - Live at Tonhalle Zürich, 2004Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 2 No. 1: IV. Prestissimo - Live at Tonhalle Zürich, 2004Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 2 in A Major, Op. 2 No. 2: I. Allegro vivace - Live at Tonhalle Zürich, 2004Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 2 in A Major, Op. 2 No. 2: II. Largo appassionato - Live at Tonhalle Zürich, 2004Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 2 in A Major, Op. 2 No. 2: III. Scherzo. Allegretto - Live at Tonhalle Zürich, 2004Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 2 in A Major, Op. 2 No. 2: IV. Rondo. Grazioso - Live at Tonhalle Zürich, 2004Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 3 in C Major, Op. 2 No. 3: I. Allegro con brio - Live at Tonhalle Zürich, 2004Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 3 in C Major, Op. 2 No. 3: II. Adagio - Live at Tonhalle Zürich, 2004Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 3 in C Major, Op. 2 No. 3: III. Scherzo. Allegro - Live at Tonhalle Zürich, 2004Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 3 in C Major, Op. 2 No. 3: IV. Allegro assai - Live at Tonhalle Zürich, 2004Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 4 in E-Flat Major, Op. 7 "Grande Sonate": I. Allegro molto e con brio - Live at Tonhalle Zürich, 2004Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 4 in E-Flat Major, Op. 7 "Grande Sonate": II. Largo, con gran espressione - Live at Tonhalle Zürich, 2004Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 4 in E-Flat Major, Op. 7 "Grande Sonate": III. Allegro - Live at Tonhalle Zürich, 2004Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 4 in E-Flat Major, Op. 7 "Grande Sonate": IV. Rondo. Poco allegretto e grazioso - Live at Tonhalle Zürich, 2004Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
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