A magnificent portrait of Beethoven where reason and passion intersect.
Ashkenazy's performance of the Hammerklavier has been highly praised for its interpretation, which combines architectural precision with emotional uplift, accurately capturing the scale and spirituality of the work.
Ashkenazy values Beethoven's formal beauty, while vividly portraying the passion hidden within the music. The clarity of the rhythm that supports the vast composition and the independence of each voice are beautifully maintained. In particular, the fugue in the final movement, where strict structure and passionate expression intertwine, marks the spiritual apex of the work. The sound is distinct and the overall architecture is consistent. With a balance between reason and emotion, this is a masterpiece that will go down in the history of piano performance.
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First Movement: Allegro
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Second Movement: Scherzo, Assai Vivace
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Third Movement: Adagio Sostenuto
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Fourth Movement: Finale: Largo - Allegro Risoluto
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Composed By - Beethoven
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Piano - Vladimir Ashkenazy
