In this featured performance, acclaimed pianist Boris Giltburg brings out every ounce of clarity, drama, and emotional restraint hidden within its four brilliant movements. From the explosive “Mannheim rocket” motif that launches the Allegro to the reflective intimacy of the Adagio, Giltburg uncovers the full expressive range of this underrated gem.
Whether you’re exploring this sonata for the first time or returning to refine it, this performance offers a rare glimpse into Beethoven’s early genius, with detailed attention to articulation, phrasing, balance, and emotional pacing.
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In his full tonebase course, Giltburg breaks down each movement with clear, thoughtful guidance, from how to shape a line with overheld legato to unlocking Beethoven’s sonata-form playfulness.
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Learn to bring structure, story, and spontaneity to every Beethoven phrase, with insights that stick long after you leave the bench.
