Piano Sonatas, op. 2

Album by Ludwig van Beethoven & Maurizio Pollini

Piano Sonatas, Op. 2 is a set of three piano sonatas by Ludwig van Beethoven, published in 1796. Composed in his early period, the works combine Classical forms and textures with increased technical demands, dramatic contrasts and expanded development sections, illustrating Beethoven's move towards a more individual and assertive musical voice within the piano repertoire.
First released: 22nd October 2007

Tracklist

  1. 1.
    Piano Sonatas, op. 2: No. 1 in F minor: I. Allegro
    5:28
  2. 2.
    Piano Sonatas, op. 2: No. 1 in F minor: II. Adagio
    4:36
  3. 3.
    Piano Sonatas, op. 2: No. 1 in F minor: III. Menuetto. Allegretto
    2:39
  4. 4.
    Piano Sonatas, op. 2: No. 1 in F minor: IV. Prestissimo
    6:59
  5. 5.
    Piano Sonatas, op. 2: No. 2 in A major: I. Allegro vivace
    6:41
  6. 6.
    Piano Sonatas, op. 2: No. 2 in A major: II. Largo appassionato
    6:34
  7. 7.
    Piano Sonatas, op. 2: No. 2 in A major: III. Scherzo. Allegretto
    2:49
  8. 8.
    Piano Sonatas, op. 2: No. 2 in A major: IV. Rondo. Grazioso
    6:08
  9. 9.
    Piano Sonatas, op. 2: No. 3 in C major: I. Allegro con brio
    9:08
  10. 10.
    Piano Sonatas, op. 2: No. 3 in C major: II. Adagio
    6:30
  11. 11.
    Piano Sonatas, op. 2: No. 3 in C major: III. Scherzo. Allegro
    2:54
  12. 12.
    Piano Sonatas, op. 2: No. 3 in C major: IV. Allegro assai
    5:01

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