Beethoven Complete Piano Sonatas - Cycle 3

The third concert in Pi-hsien Chen’s acclaimed complete Beethoven piano sonatas cycle at the Berlin Philharmonie featured three of the composer’s most beloved works. This evening showcased the dramatic arc of Beethoven’s middle period, from the youthful passion of the “Pathétique” through the moonlit mystery of Op. 27/2 to the tempestuous “Appassionata.”

Chen’s interpretation brought fresh insights to these well-known works, revealing structural clarity and emotional depth that captivated the sold-out audience. Her nuanced approach to dynamics and her profound understanding of Beethoven’s revolutionary harmonic language were particularly evident in the “Appassionata,” which received a standing ovation.

This performance was part of her 2024 project to record all 32 Beethoven piano sonatas, a monumental undertaking that has been met with critical acclaim across Europe.

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