Complete Piano Sonatas of Beethoven with Conversation, Part 7: “Years of Pain and Struggle”
About This Event
Part seven of a series presenting the complete piano sonatas of Ludwig van Beethoven, titled “Years of Pain and Struggle,” is at Bargemusic and pairs performance with onstage conversation. The program emphasizes sonatas that trace Beethoven’s shift from Classical formal balance toward Romantic expressivity, offering close readings of works central to his evolving musical language.
About Complete piano sonatas
Ludwig van Beethoven wrote 32 mature piano sonatas between 1795 and 1822. Although originally not intended to be a meaningful whole, as a set they comprise one of the most important collections of works in the history of music. Hans von Bülow called them "The New Testament" of piano literature.
About the Artist
Ludwig van Beethoven
Ludwig van Beethoven, a monumental figure in the world of classical music, continues to captivate audiences with his timeless compositions, which range from the Classical era's elegance to the Romantic period's emotive depth.