Ludwig van Beethoven's "Piano Sonatas, Vol. 2" is a remarkable collection of classical masterpieces that showcases the composer's unparalleled genius and innovation. Released on January 6, 2015, under the Andromeda label, this album spans an impressive 4 hours and 39 minutes, offering a deep dive into Beethoven's later piano sonatas. The album features works such as the tempestuous "Tempest" Sonata (Op. 31 No. 2), the majestic "Waldstein" Sonata (Op. 53), and the intense "Appassionata" Sonata (Op. 57), among others. Each sonata is a testament to Beethoven's evolving style and his ability to push the boundaries of musical expression. The album is part of a critical edition curated by Professor Barry Cooper, ensuring a high standard of performance practice and historical accuracy. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Beethoven's works, this album provides a rich and rewarding listening experience, highlighting the depth and diversity of one of the most influential composers in history.
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Piano Sonata No. 16 in G Major, Op. 31 No. 1: I. Allegro vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 16 in G Major, Op. 31 No. 1: II. Adagio graziosoLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 16 in G Major, Op. 31 No. 1: III. Rondò. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 17 in D Minor, Op. 31 No. 2 "Tempest": I. Largo - AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 17 in D Minor, Op. 31 No. 2 "Tempest": II. AdagioLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 17 in D Minor, Op. 31 No. 2 "Tempest": III. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 18 in E-Flat Major, Op. 31 No. 3 "The Hunt": I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 18 in E-Flat Major, Op. 31 No. 3 "The Hunt": II. Scherzo. Allegretto vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 18 in E-Flat Major, Op. 31 No. 3 "The Hunt": III. Menuetto. Moderato e graziosoLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 18 in E-Flat Major, Op. 31 No. 3 "The Hunt": IV. Presto con fuocoLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 19 in G Minor, Op. 49 No. 1: I. AndanteLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 19 in G Minor, Op. 49 No. 1: II. Rondò. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 20 in G Major, Op. 49 No. 2: I. Allegro ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 20 in G Major, Op. 49 No. 2: II. Tempo di menuettoLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 21 in C Major, Op. 53 "Waldstein": I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 21 in C Major, Op. 53 "Waldstein": II. Introduzione. Adagio moltoLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 21 in C Major, Op. 53 "Waldstein": III. Rondò. Allegretto moderatoLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 23 in F Minor, Op. 57 "Appassionata": I. Allegro assaiLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 23 in F Minor, Op. 57 "Appassionata": II. Andante con motoLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 23 in F Minor, Op. 57 "Appassionata": III. Allegro ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 24 in F-Sharp Major, Op. 78 "À Thérèse": I. Adagio cantabileLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 24 in F-Sharp Major, Op. 78 "À Thérèse": II. Allegro vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 25 in G Major, Op. 79: I. Presto alla tedescaLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 25 in G Major, Op. 79: II. AndanteLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 25 in G Major, Op. 79: III. VivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 26 in E-Flat Major, Op. 81a "Les adieux": I. Das Lebewohl. Adagio - AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 26 in E-Flat Major, Op. 81a "Les adieux": II. Abwesenheit. Andante espressivoLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 26 in E-Flat Major, Op. 81a "Les adieux": III. Das Wiedersehen. VivacissimamenteLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 27 in E Minor, Op. 90: I. Mit lebhaftigkeit und durchaus mit Empfindung und AusdruckLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 27 in E Minor, Op. 90: II. Nicht zu geschwind und sehr singbar vorgetragenLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 28 in A Major, Op. 101: I. Etwas lebhaft und mit der innigsten Empfindung. Allegretto ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 28 in A Major, Op. 101: II. Lebhaft. Marschmäßig. Vivace alla marciaLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 28 in A Major, Op. 101: III. Langsam und sehnsuchtsvoll. Adagio, ma non troppo, con affettoLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 28 in A Major, Op. 101: IV. Geschwind, doch nicht zu sehr und mit Entschlossenheit. Allegro ma non troppo risolutoLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 29 in B-Flat Major, Op. 106 "Hammerklavier": I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 29 in B-Flat Major, Op. 106 "Hammerklavier": II. Scherzo. Assai vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 29 in B-Flat Major, Op. 106 "Hammerklavier": III. Adagio sostenutoLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 29 in B-Flat Major, Op. 106 "Hammerklavier": IV. Largo - Allegro risolutoLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 30 in E Major, Op. 109: I. Vivace ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 30 in E Major, Op. 109: II. PrestissimoLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 30 in E Major, Op. 109: III. Gesangvoll, mit innigster Empfindung. Andante molto cantabile ed espressivoLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 31 in A-Flat Major, Op. 110: I. Moderato cantabile molto espressivoLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 31 in A-Flat Major, Op. 110: II. Allegro moltoLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 31 in A-Flat Major, Op. 110: III. Adagio ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 32 in C Minor, Op. 111: I. Maestoso - Allegro con brio ed appassionatoLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 32 in C Minor, Op. 111: II. Arietta. Adagio molto semplice e cantabileLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 15 in D Major, Op. 28 "Pastoral": I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 15 in D Major, Op. 28 "Pastoral": II. AndanteLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 15 in D Major, Op. 28 "Pastoral": III. Scherzo. Allegro vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
Piano Sonata No. 15 in D Major, Op. 28 "Pastoral": IV. Rondò. Allegro ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Gieseking
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