Dive into the world of Ludwig van Beethoven with the captivating album "Celebrate Beethoven: Keyboard," released on May 1, 2020, under the esteemed Naxos label. This collection is a treasure trove of Beethoven's most renowned piano sonatas and variations, offering a comprehensive journey through the composer's keyboard works. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 34 minutes, the album is a testament to Beethoven's genius, featuring iconic pieces such as the "Moonlight Sonata" (Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 27 No. 2), the "Pathétique" Sonata (Piano Sonata No. 8 in C Minor, Op. 13), and the "Appassionata" Sonata (Piano Sonata No. 23 in F Minor, Op. 57). The album also includes lesser-known but equally enchanting works like the "Waldstein" Sonata (Piano Sonata No. 21 in C Major, Op. 53) and the "Tempest" Sonata (Piano Sonata No. 17 in D Minor, Op. 31, No. 2). With its rich tapestry of melodies and technical brilliance, this album is a must-listen for both classical music enthusiasts and those new to Beethoven's timeless compositions.
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Tracks
Piano Sonata No. 27 in E Minor, Op. 90: II. Non troppo vivace e cantabile assaiLudwig van Beethoven, Jenő Jandó
Piano Sonata No. 17 in D Minor, Op. 31, No. 2, "Tempest": III. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Jenő Jandó
Piano Sonata No. 21 in C Major, Op. 53 "Waldstein": I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Boris Giltburg
Bagatelle in C Major, WoO 54 "Lustig-traurig"Ludwig van Beethoven, Jenő Jandó
Piano Sonata No. 13 in E-Flat Major, Op. 27 No. 1 "Quasi una fantasia": II. Allegro molto vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Jenő Jandó
Piano Sonata No. 19 in G Minor, Op. 49 No. 1: I. AndanteLudwig van Beethoven, Jenő Jandó
Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 27 No. 2 "Moonlight": III. Presto agitatoLudwig van Beethoven, Jenő Jandó
6 Variations on an Original Theme in D Major, Op. 76Ludwig van Beethoven, Ian Yungwook Yoo
Piano Sonata No. 8 in C Minor, Op. 13 "Pathétique": II. Adagio cantabileLudwig van Beethoven, Boris Giltburg
Piano Sonata No. 12 in A-Flat Major, Op. 26: I. Andante con variazioniLudwig van Beethoven, Jenő Jandó
Rondo in C Major, Op. 51 No. 1Ludwig van Beethoven, Jenő Jandó
Piano Sonata No. 20 in G Major, Op. 49 No. 2: I. Allegro ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Jenő Jandó
Piano Sonata No. 8 in C Minor, Op. 13 "Pathétique": III. Rondo. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Boris Giltburg
Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 27 No. 2 "Moonlight": I. Adagio sostenutoLudwig van Beethoven, Jenő Jandó
7 Bagatelles, Op. 33: No. 1 in E-Flat MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Jenő Jandó
Piano Sonata No. 23 in F Minor, Op. 57, "Appassionata": III. Allegro ma non troppo - PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Jenő Jandó
Rondo a capriccio in G Major, Op. 129 "Rage over a Lost Penny"Ludwig van Beethoven, Jenő Jandó
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