Kristian Bezuidenhout plays sonatas and variations by Haydn on fortepiano, after completing his well-received Mozart cycle for Harmonia mundi.
Tag: Sonata
Box Set Review: Field Piano Concertos And Nocturnes – Frith (Naxos)
This box set groups Benjamin Frith’s 6 volumes of the Irish composer’s Piano Concertos and Nocturnes, with four Piano Sonatas.
Chopin – A Beginners Guide
Frédéric Chopin (1810-1849), one of the best-loved classical music composers, wrote almost exclusively for the piano, with the other compositions also include the instrument. A native of Poland, he spent [ … ]
Beethoven – A Beginners Guide
One of the leading figures of classical music and western culture, Beethoven’s music continues to inspire in the 21st century. Here is The Classic Review beginners guide to Beethoven, including some recordings recommendations.
Mozart – A Beginners Guide
One of the few “Greats” of classical music wrote hundreds of wonderful pieces, but where to begin? The Classic Review recommends 10 pieces which are a good place to start.
Album Review: Paul Lewis Plays Haydn
This is Pauls Lewis’ first Haydn recording, and the results we hear here is in the highest level imaginable.
Review: Beethoven – Piano Sonatas No. 14 & 29 – Murray Perahia
Murray Perahia in Beethoven’s Piano Sonatas No. 14 (“Moonlight”) and 29 (“Hammerklavier”).
