CM, Notes from 16 Aug exploration – Beethoven
Everyone brought a CD from Beethoven’s work, which was probably guaranteed to introduce us to some new works.
For me this was Beethoven’s Piano Sonata No.32, his last. Ithink I have [layed N0.26,, but thi was entirely different and the second variation would have been a real challenge to play. Wonderful.
I had brought along his Violin Sonata No.12. Written during one of his bouts of depression this Minuet would not have thrilled the hearts of young dancers in the prime of youth, may be an aged dowager. However apparently played on an 1820 style grand grand piano with Ralph Holmes playing his Stradivarius to give the piece the authenticity it deserved.
Our next meeting will be on September 20th.
Each to being their favourite Piano piece.