Immerse yourself in the profound and intricate world of Ludwig van Beethoven's late piano sonatas with this captivating album, released on October 30, 2020, by Deutsche Grammophon. Spanning a substantial 2 hours and 41 minutes, this collection showcases Beethoven's mastery of the piano sonata form, featuring his final six works in this genre, from Piano Sonata No. 27 to Piano Sonata No. 32.
The album opens with the introspective and expressive Piano Sonata No. 27 in E Minor, Op. 90, and continues through the innovative and technically demanding Piano Sonata No. 29 in B-Flat Major, Op. 106, known as the "Hammerklavier." Each sonata is a testament to Beethoven's evolving musical language, blending emotional depth with structural complexity.
The Piano Sonata No. 30 in E Major, Op. 109, offers a series of variations that highlight Beethoven's ability to transform a simple theme into a profound exploration of musical expression. The album concludes with the monumental Piano Sonata No. 32 in C Minor, Op. 111, a work that bridges the classical and romantic eras with its contemplative and transcendent final movement.
This album is a must for classical music enthusiasts and those seeking to explore the depths of Beethoven's genius. The performances capture the essence of each sonata, offering a rich and rewarding listening experience that celebrates the timeless beauty of Beethoven's music.
Piano Sonata No. 27 in E Minor, Op. 90: I. Mit Lebhaftigkeit und durchaus mit Empfindung und AusdruckLudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim
Piano Sonata No. 27 in E Minor, Op. 90: II. Nicht zu geschwind und sehr singbar vorgetragenLudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim
Piano Sonata No. 28 in A Major, Op. 101: I. Etwas lebhaft und mit der innigsten Empfindung. Allegretto ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim
Piano Sonata No. 28 in A Major, Op. 101: II. Lebhaft, marschmäßig. Vivace alla marciaLudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim
Piano Sonata No. 28 in A Major, Op. 101: III. Langsam und sehnsuchtsvoll. Adagio ma non troppo, con affettoLudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim
Piano Sonata No. 28 in A Major, Op. 101: IV. Geschwind, doch nicht zu sehr und mit Entschlossenheit. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim
Piano Sonata No. 29 in B-Flat Major, Op. 106 "Hammerklavier": I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim
Piano Sonata No. 29 in B-Flat Major, Op. 106 "Hammerklavier": II. Scherzo. Assai vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim
Piano Sonata No. 29 in B-Flat Major, Op. 106 "Hammerklavier": III. Adagio sostenutoLudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim
Piano Sonata No. 29 in B-Flat Major, Op. 106 "Hammerklavier": IVa. Largo -Ludwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim
Piano Sonata No. 29 in B-Flat Major, Op. 106 "Hammerklavier": IVb. Allegro risolutoLudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim
Piano Sonata No. 30 in E Major, Op. 109: I. Vivace, ma non troppo - Adagio espressivo - Tempo ILudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim
Piano Sonata No. 30 in E Major, Op. 109: II. PrestissimoLudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim
Piano Sonata No. 30 in E Major, Op. 109: IIIa. Gesangvoll, mit innigster Empfindung (Andante molto cantabile ed espressivo)Ludwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim
Piano Sonata No. 30 in E Major, Op. 109: IIIb. Variation I: Molto espressivoLudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim
Piano Sonata No. 30 in E Major, Op. 109: IIIc. Variation II: LeggiermenteLudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim
Piano Sonata No. 30 in E Major, Op. 109: IIId. Variation III: Allegro vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim
Piano Sonata No. 30 in E Major, Op. 109: IIIe. Variation IV: Etwas langsamer als das ThemaLudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim
Piano Sonata No. 30 in E Major, Op. 109: IIIf. Variation V: Allegro, ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim
Piano Sonata No. 30 in E Major, Op. 109: IIIg. Variation VI: Tempo I del temaLudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim
Piano Sonata No. 31 in A-Flat Major, Op. 110: I. Moderato cantabile molto espressivoLudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim
Piano Sonata No. 31 in A-Flat Major, Op. 110: II. Allegro moltoLudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim
Piano Sonata No. 31 in A-Flat Major, Op. 110: IIIa. Adagio ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim
Piano Sonata No. 31 in A-Flat Major, Op. 110: IIIb. Fuga. Allegro ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim
Piano Sonata No. 32 in C Minor, Op. 111: I. Maestoso - Allegro con brio ed appassionatoLudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim
Piano Sonata No. 32 in C Minor, Op. 111: IIa. Arietta. Adagio molto semplice e cantabileLudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim
Piano Sonata No. 32 in C Minor, Op. 111: IIb. Variation ILudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim
Piano Sonata No. 32 in C Minor, Op. 111: IIc. Variation IILudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim
Piano Sonata No. 32 in C Minor, Op. 111: IId. Variation IIILudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim
Piano Sonata No. 32 in C Minor, Op. 111: IIe. Variation IVLudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim
Piano Sonata No. 32 in C Minor, Op. 111: IIf. Variation VLudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim
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