Description

Beethoven's Piano Sonata No. 7 in D major, the third work in his Opus 10 published in 1798, stands out as a powerful and emotionally-charged composition. This early sonata captivates with its broad range of moods and intricate interplay of musical motifs. At the heart of the work is the famous Largo e mesto movement, a mournful and plaintive passage of profound emotion. The sonata is framed by an energetic first movement and a nimble Menuetto, concluding with a vivacious and playful Finale reminiscent of Haydn's lighthearted style. Renowned pianist Murray Perahia provides an in-depth introduction to this Beethoven masterpiece, which is presented in a new edition from the Gertsch-Perahia workshop featuring the pianist's own fingerings.

This rewrite aims to:

Streamline and tighten the phrasing for greater clarity and flow

Eliminate redundant information and wordiness

Maintain the key details about the sonata's structure, character, and significance

Incorporate relevant background details more concisely

Overall, present a more polished and impactful description of this important Beethoven work.