Ludwig van Beethoven – Complete Piano Sonatas & Rondo a Capriccio (Audio CD)

Product Information

• Catalog Number: dscape CLASSICS CD 8741021
• UPC: 4002587410216
• Product Type: Audio CD – Digital Audio
• Title: Ludwig van Beethoven – Sonata No. 23 “Appassionata”, Sonata No. 24 “à Thérèse”, Sonata No. 26 “Les Adieux” & Rondo a capriccio “The Rage over a Lost Penny”
• Composer: Ludwig van Beethoven (1770–1827)
• Format: Compact Disc – Digital Audio
• Manufacturing: Made in Germany
• Release Info: A Release Of Music 49356, Diepholz – Germany, a member of PALLAS Group

Overview

This comprehensive CD from dscape CLASSICS presents a magnificent collection of Beethoven’s most celebrated piano works. Experience the fiery passion of the “Appassionata” (Sonata No. 23), the tender elegance of “à Thérèse” (Sonata No. 24), and the poignant farewell in “Les Adieux” (Sonata No. 26), capped off by the sparkling wit of the Rondo a capriccio “The Rage over a Lost Penny”. With performances by two distinguished pianists—Detlev Jürgens on the “Appassionata” and Adolf Drescher on the remaining works—this collection encapsulates the full spectrum of Beethoven’s expressive genius in a superb digital audio format.

Product Features

• Diverse Repertoire:

  • Sonata No. 23 “Appassionata” (F minor, Op. 57):
    • Movement I: Allegro assai – 10:20
    • Movement II: Andante con moto – 6:30
    • Movement III: Allegro ma non troppo – Presto – 8:28
    • Total Time: 25:18
    • Performed by Detlev Jürgens
  • Sonata No. 24 “à Thérèse” (F♯ major, Op. 78):
    • Features lyrical and sparkling passages
    • Combined duration approximating 13:54 (movements with timings 6:57, 4:14, and 2:43)
    • Performed by Adolf Drescher
  • Sonata No. 26 “Les Adieux” (E♭ major, Op. 81a):
    • Movement I – “The Good-bye/Das Lebewohl. Adagio – Allegro”: 6:56
    • Movement II – “Absence/Abwesenheit. Andante espressivo”: 3:47
    • Movement III – “Reunion/Wiedersehen. Vivacissimamente Poco andante”: 6:32
    • Total Time: 17:15
    • Performed by Adolf Drescher
  • Rondo a capriccio “The Rage over a Lost Penny” (G major, Op. 129):
    • Duration: 7:26
    • Performed by Adolf Drescher

• Exceptional Audio Quality:
  Digitally produced with pristine clarity, capturing the dynamic contrasts and emotional nuances of Beethoven’s music.

• Artistic Interpretation:
  Two masterful pianists deliver contrasting yet complementary interpretations of Beethoven’s works, highlighting both the tempestuous and lyrical aspects of his style.

Interesting Facts

• Beethoven’s Expressive Range:
  This set illustrates Beethoven’s ability to convey a wide range of emotions—from the passionate intensity of the “Appassionata” to the heartfelt farewell in “Les Adieux” and the playful humor of the Rondo a capriccio.
• Historic Legacy:
  These sonatas have shaped piano literature for centuries, and this collection presents them in a modern digital format, ensuring their timeless appeal endures.
• Dual Interpretations:
  The contrasting performances by Detlev Jürgens and Adolf Drescher offer listeners a unique opportunity to compare different interpretative styles within the same unified program.

Track Listing:

Sonata No. 23 “Appassionata” in F minor, Op. 57 (Performed by Detlev Jürgens)

1. Allegro assai – 10:20
2. Andante con moto – 6:30
3. Allegro ma non troppo – Presto – 8:28
   Total: 25:18

Sonata No. 24 “à Thérèse” in F♯ major, Op. 78 (Performed by Adolf Drescher)

1. Movement I: 6:57
2. Movement I (second part): 4:14
3. Movement II: Allegro vivace – 2:43
   Approximate Total: 13:54

Sonata No. 26 “Les Adieux” in E♭ major, Op. 81a (Performed by Adolf Drescher)

1. The Good-bye / Das Lebewohl. (Adagio - Allegro) – 6:56
2. Absence / Abwesenheit. (Andante espressivo) – 3:47
3. Reunion / Wiedersehen. (Vivacissimamente Poco andante) – 6:32
   Total: 17:15

Rondo a capriccio in G major, Op. 129 “The Rage over a Lost Penny” (Performed by Adolf Drescher)

1. Rondo a capriccio – 7:26

Publishers

Released by A Release Of Music 49356, Diepholz – Germany (a member of PALLAS Group).
For inquiries, please call Tel.: 05441/9869-0 or fax: 05441/986966.

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