Dive into the late masterpieces of Ludwig van Beethoven with this captivating collection of works for flute and piano. Released on August 1, 2025, by audite Musikproduktion, this album showcases Beethoven's genius in the classical, classical piano, and chamber music genres. Spanning a concise yet impactful 38 minutes, the album features a series of National Airs with Variations, offering a rich tapestry of themes and intricate variations that highlight Beethoven's compositional prowess.
The album opens with the Op. 105 set, featuring Scottish and Austrian airs, each explored through a series of variations that showcase the interplay between flute and piano. From the delicate "Air écossais (The Cottage Maid)" to the lively "Air autrichien (A Schüsserl und a Reindl)," Beethoven's ability to transform simple melodies into complex and engaging pieces is on full display.
The Op. 107 set continues the journey with Tyrolean, Scottish, and Russian airs, each brought to life through Beethoven's distinctive variations. The album culminates in the Op. 107, No. 4, "Air écossais (The Pulse of an Irishman Ever Beats Quicker)," leaving the audience with a sense of Beethoven's enduring musical legacy.
This album is a testament to Beethoven's late-period brilliance, offering a unique blend of traditional airs and innovative variations that continue to resonate with audiences today. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Beethoven's work, this collection promises a rewarding and enriching listening experience.
National Airs with Variations, Op. 105, No. 1 Air écossais (The Cottage Maid): ThemeLudwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 105, No. 1 Air écossais (The Cottage Maid): Variation 1Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 105, No. 1 Air écossais (The Cottage Maid): Variation 2Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 105, No. 1 Air écossais (The Cottage Maid): Variation 3Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 105, No. 1 Air écossais (The Cottage Maid): Tempo ILudwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 105, No. 2 Air écossais (Of Noble Race Was Shinkin): ThemeLudwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 105, No. 2 Air écossais (Of Noble Race Was Shinkin): Variation 1Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 105, No. 2 Air écossais (Of Noble Race Was Shinkin): Variation 2Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 105, No. 2 Air écossais (Of Noble Race Was Shinkin): Variation 3Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 105, No. 3 Air autrichien (A Schüsserl und a Reindl): I. ThemeLudwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 105, No. 3 Air autrichien (A Schüsserl und a Reindl): Variation 1Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 105, No. 3 Air autrichien (A Schüsserl und a Reindl): Variation 2Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 105, No. 3 Air autrichien (A Schüsserl und a Reindl): Variation 3Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 105, No. 3 Air autrichien (A Schüsserl und a Reindl): Variation 4Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 105, No. 3 Air autrichien (A Schüsserl und a Reindl): Variation 5Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 105, No. 3 Air autrichien (A Schüsserl und a Reindl): Variation 6Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 105, No. 4 Air écossais (Sad and Luckless Was the Season): ThemeLudwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 105, No. 4 Air écossais (Sad and Luckless Was the Season): Variation 1Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 105, No. 4 Air écossais (Sad and Luckless Was the Season): Variation 2Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 105, No. 4 Air écossais (Sad and Luckless Was the Season): Variation 3Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 105, No. 5 Air écossais (Put Round the Bright Wine): ThemeLudwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 105, No. 5 Air écossais (Put Round the Bright Wine): Variation 1Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 105, No. 5 Air écossais (Put Round the Bright Wine): Variation 2Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 105, No. 5 Air écossais (Put Round the Bright Wine): Variation 3Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 105, No. 6 Air écossais (English Bulls: Oh Have You Not Heard, Pat): ThemeLudwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 105, No. 6 Air écossais (English Bulls: Oh Have You Not Heard, Pat): Variation 1Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 105, No. 6 Air écossais (English Bulls: Oh Have You Not Heard, Pat): Variation 2Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 105, No. 6 Air écossais (English Bulls: Oh Have You Not Heard, Pat): Variation 3Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 105, No. 6 Air écossais (English Bulls: Oh Have You Not Heard, Pat): Variation 4Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 107, No. 1 Air tirolien (I bin a Tiroler Bua): ThemeLudwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 107, No. 1 Air tirolien (I bin a Tiroler Bua): Variation 1Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 107, No. 1 Air tirolien (I bin a Tiroler Bua): Variation 2Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 107, No. 1 Air tirolien (I bin a Tiroler Bua): Variation 3Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 107, No. 1 Air tirolien (I bin a Tiroler Bua): Variation 4Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 107, No. 2 Air écossais (Bonny Laddie, Highland Laddie: Where Got Ye That Sillermoon): ThemeLudwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 107, No. 2 Air écossais (Bonny Laddie, Highland Laddie: Where Got Ye That Sillermoon): Variation 1Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 107, No. 2 Air écossais (Bonny Laddie, Highland Laddie: Where Got Ye That Sillermoon): Variation 2Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 107, No. 2 Air écossais (Bonny Laddie, Highland Laddie: Where Got Ye That Sillermoon): Variation 3Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 107, No. 2 Air écossais (Bonny Laddie, Highland Laddie: Where Got Ye That Sillermoon): Variation 4Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 107, No. 2 Air écossais (Bonny Laddie, Highland Laddie: Where Got Ye That Sillermoon): AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 107, No. 3 Air de la petite Russie: ThemeLudwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 107, No. 3 Air de la petite Russie: Variation 1Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 107, No. 3 Air de la petite Russie: Variation 2Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 107, No. 3 Air de la petite Russie: Variation 3Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 107, No. 3 Air de la petite Russie: Variation 4Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 107, No. 3 Air de la petite Russie: Variation 5Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 107, No. 3 Air de la petite Russie: Adagio SostenutoLudwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 107, No. 3 Air de la petite Russie: Tempo ILudwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 107, No. 4 Air écossais (The Pulse of an Irishman Ever Beats Quicker): ThemeLudwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
National Airs with Variations, Op. 107, No. 4 Air écossais (The Pulse of an Irishman Ever Beats Quicker): Variation 1Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Hustedt, Sontraud Speidel
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