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Sonate f?r Klavier Nr. 2 b-moll op. 35 "mit dem Trauermarsch" 01. "1. Grave - Doppio movimento" 02. "2. Scherzo" 03. "3. Trauermarsch: Lento" 04. "4. Finale: Presto"
Sonate f?r Klavier Nr. 29 B-Dur op. 106 "Gro?e Sonate f?r das Hammerklavier" 05. "1. Allegro" 06. "2. Scherzo: Assai vivace" 07. "3. Adagio sostenuto" 08. "4. Introduktion: Largo - Allegro -" 09. "Fuge: Allegro risoluto"
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| Description: | Beatrice Rana is a pianist of â??fire and poetry, imagination and originality, temperament and charm, all on top of fearless technical address,â? as Gramophone writes. She has now recorded an album of two monumental sonatas: Beethovenâ??s â??Hammerklavierâ?? op 106 and Chopinâ??s â??Funeral Marchâ?? op 35.
Completed some 20 years apart (1818 and 1839 respectively), both sonatas are in the key of B flat major. Rana has been playing the Chopin in public for more than a decade, but it was during the confinement of the pandemic that she first studied the Beethoven intensely. â??I really found a deep connection with this music, especially because of the isolation â?¦ Despite the fact that it reflected so much of what was going on at that time, itâ??s a very positive piece ... It is a very human sonata, but the Chopin sonata is human in a very different way.â?
She concludes that both works â??transcend the human condition in very different ways â?? but not altogether different â?¦ They both have so much to do with the fear of death, with the fear of loneliness. Each finds a solution in different ways.â?
- Issued in a 2 panel Digipak with a 16 pages booklet.
Made in Germany.
Recorded: 30.IV., 2.V. and 12, 13.VII.2023, Sinopoli Hall, Auditorium Parco Della Musica, Rome. This CD presents Ludwig van Beethoven's monumental Piano Sonata No. 29 in B-flat major, Op. 106, the legendary "Hammerklavier," interpreted by pianist Beatrice Rana and released by the renowned label PLG Classics. One of the most demanding and visionary works in the piano repertoire, the "Hammerklavier" sonata stands as a summit of Beethoven's late style, uniting architectural rigor, emotional depth, and technical extremity. Across four expansive movements--from the majestic opening Allegro and the sparkling but intricate Scherzo to the profoundly introspective Adagio and the breathtakingly complex fugal finale--this recording invites the listener on a journey through Beethoven's most radical musical thinking.
Beatrice Rana approaches the "Hammerklavier" with a rare combination of intellectual clarity, tonal richness, and physical command of the instrument. Her interpretation emphasizes structural transparency and long musical lines while still capturing the explosive drama and intimate vulnerability of Beethoven's writing. The carefully shaped voicing in the dense textures of the first movement, the rhythmic vitality of the Scherzo, the poetic stillness of the slow movement, and the razor-sharp articulation in the final fugue reveal an artist deeply engaged with both the letter and the spirit of the score. High-quality recording and mastering ensure that even the subtlest nuances of color, dynamic, and pedaling are clearly audible, making this CD equally compelling for casual listeners and connoisseurs.
Beatrice Rana has established herself as one of the leading pianists of her generation, admired for her technical mastery and profound musical insight. She has gained international attention through acclaimed performances with major orchestras and at prestigious festivals, as well as through award-winning recordings that have been celebrated by critics and audiences alike. Known for her interpretations of both the core classical repertoire and more adventurous programs, Rana has received significant recognition in the international music press and has built a solid reputation for her thoughtful, intensely focused playing and her ability to illuminate complex masterpieces like Beethoven's late sonatas.
PLG Classics is a label dedicated to presenting outstanding classical recordings with a strong focus on artistic integrity, careful repertoire selection, and excellent production standards. Combining modern recording technology with a deep respect for the classical tradition, PLG Classics works closely with its artists to create releases that are both musically and technically compelling. The label places particular emphasis on high-quality sound, detailed booklet texts, and aesthetically refined presentation, making its productions attractive to demanding collectors and new listeners alike. With this "Hammerklavier" recording, PLG Classics underlines its commitment to ambitious projects that explore the great milestones of the repertoire in depth and with fresh artistic perspectives. |
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