Immerse yourself in the timeless genius of Ludwig van Beethoven with "Beethoven: The Piano Sonatas, Volume I," a captivating collection of his early piano sonatas, recorded live at the prestigious Tonhalle Zürich in 2004. This album, released on ECM New Series in 2005, offers a profound journey through the first four sonatas of Beethoven's opus, showcasing the composer's innovative spirit and mastery of the piano.
The album spans nearly two hours, featuring the complete performances of Piano Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 2 No. 1, Piano Sonata No. 2 in A Major, Op. 2 No. 2, Piano Sonata No. 3 in C Major, Op. 2 No. 3, and the grand Piano Sonata No. 4 in E-Flat Major, Op. 7. Each sonata is a testament to Beethoven's evolving style, blending classical forms with his burgeoning romantic sensibilities.
From the stormy intensity of the F Minor Sonata to the lyrical grace of the A Major Sonata, and the robust energy of the C Major Sonata, to the expansive grandeur of the E-Flat Major "Grande Sonate," this collection highlights Beethoven's ability to convey a wide range of emotions and musical ideas. The live recordings capture the immediacy and spontaneity of the performances, offering a unique insight into Beethoven's music as experienced in a concert setting.
This album is a must for classical music enthusiasts and anyone seeking to explore the depths of Beethoven's piano repertoire. The meticulous playing and rich acoustics of the Tonhalle Zürich provide an immersive listening experience, making this a standout release in the ECM New Series catalog.
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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