The Triple Concerto, Op. 56, never achieved the popularity of Beethoven's other works from the same period, possibly due to public disinterest in the 'Sinfonia concertante' form, which was considered old-fashioned.
Composition History
The 'Ghost Trio' (Trio for Piano, Violin and Cello, No. 5 in D Major, Op. 70 No. 1) was premiered in December 1808 at the home of Countess Erdödy, to whom it was dedicated.
Historical Context
When Beethoven's D Major Trio was published in 1809, Vienna was occupied by French troops, which worsened Beethoven's living and financial situation.
Composer Biography
Beethoven publicly considered an offer from Jérôme Bonaparte, Napoleon's youngest brother and King of Westphalia, to become Court Director of Music in Kassel, to encourage his noble patrons in Vienna to provide him with a life annuity.
Performer Biography
The Beethoven Trio Bonn, founded in 2005, has won major international awards and performs globally, including at the Beethovenfest in Bonn.
Recording & Production
This recording of Beethoven's Triple Concerto uses an arrangement for piano trio by Daniel Friedrich Eduard Wilsing, created after Beethoven's death.
Composition History
The Triple Concerto in C Major, Op. 56, was written around the same time as the famous Eroica Symphony and Appassionata Piano Sonata.
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