Immerse yourself in the profound and intricate world of Ludwig van Beethoven's late piano sonatas with this captivating album, "Beethoven: Piano Sonatas Nos. 27-32." Released on October 30, 2020, under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label, this collection showcases some of Beethoven's most celebrated and complex works, spanning a duration of 2 hours and 41 minutes.
This album features a seamless blend of classical elegance and innovative composition, as Beethoven's genius shines through in each of the sonatas. From the introspective and expressive Piano Sonata No. 27 in E Minor, Op. 90, to the monumental and technically demanding Piano Sonata No. 29 in B-Flat Major, Op. 106, known as the "Hammerklavier," each piece is a testament to Beethoven's enduring legacy.
The album also includes the deeply moving Piano Sonata No. 30 in E Major, Op. 109, with its variations that explore a range of emotions and moods, and the contemplative yet powerful Piano Sonata No. 32 in C Minor, Op. 111, which concludes with a serene and transcendent Arietta and its variations.
Performances are brought to life with precision and passion, capturing the essence of Beethoven's intended expression and notational preconceptions. This album is a must-listen for both classical enthusiasts and those seeking to explore the depths of Beethoven's musical genius.
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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