Immerse yourself in the timeless genius of Ludwig van Beethoven with this captivating collection of his seminal works. Released in 1998 by Russian Compact Disc, this album showcases the breadth of Beethoven's compositional mastery, spanning his iconic piano sonatas and enchanting cello sonatas. The album opens with the introspective Piano Sonata No. 27 in E Minor, Op. 90, followed by the profound and expressive Piano Sonata No. 31 in A-Flat Major, Op. 110. The second half of the album features the exquisite Cello Sonata No. 4 in C Major, Op. 102 No. 1, and the poignant Cello Sonata No. 5 in D Major, Op. 102 No. 2. Each piece is performed with a live energy that brings Beethoven's emotive power to life. With a total runtime of 1 hour and 3 minutes, this album is a perfect introduction to Beethoven's enduring legacy in classical music, offering a blend of technical brilliance and deep emotional resonance.
Tracks
Piano Sonata No. 27 in E Minor, Op. 90: I. Mit Lebhaftigkeit und durchaus mit Empfindung und Ausdruck (Live)Ludwig van Beethoven, Sviatoslav Richter
Piano Sonata No. 27 in E Minor, Op. 90: II. Nicht zu geschwind und sehr singbar vorgetragen (Live)Ludwig van Beethoven, Sviatoslav Richter
Piano Sonata No. 31 in A-Flat Major, Op. 110: I. Moderato cantabile molto espressivo (Live)Ludwig van Beethoven, Sviatoslav Richter
Piano Sonata No. 31 in A-Flat Major, Op. 110: II. Allegro molto (Live)Ludwig van Beethoven, Sviatoslav Richter
Piano Sonata No. 31 in A-Flat Major, Op. 110: III. Adagio ma non troppo - Allegro ma non troppo (Live)Ludwig van Beethoven, Sviatoslav Richter
Cello Sonata No. 4 in C Major, Op. 102 No. 1: I. Andante - Allegro vivace (Live)Ludwig van Beethoven, Mstislav Rostropovich, Sviatoslav Richter
Cello Sonata No. 4 in C Major, Op. 102 No. 1: II. Adagio - Tempo d'andante - Allegro vivace (Live)Ludwig van Beethoven, Mstislav Rostropovich, Sviatoslav Richter
Cello Sonata No. 5 in D Major, Op. 102 No. 2: I. Allegro con brio (Live)Ludwig van Beethoven, Mstislav Rostropovich, Sviatoslav Richter
Cello Sonata No. 5 in D Major, Op. 102 No. 2: II. Adagio con molto sentimento d'affetto (Live)Ludwig van Beethoven, Mstislav Rostropovich, Sviatoslav Richter
Cello Sonata No. 5 in D Major, Op. 102 No. 2: III. Allegro (Live)Ludwig van Beethoven, Mstislav Rostropovich, Sviatoslav Richter
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