Beethoven: Sonatas for Fortepiano and Violin, Vol. 3
6/2/2017, 10 Tracks, 1:09:37
Featuring
Susanna Ogata
Ian Watson
Ludwig van Beethoven
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Recording & Production
The recording was made in Mechanics Hall in Worcester, Massachusetts, chosen for its ability to capture both intimate and energetic moments in Beethoven's music.
Instruments
The fortepiano used on this recording was built by Paul McNulty in 2000, modeled after the instruments of Anton Walter, a highly regarded Viennese fortepiano maker.
Composition History
Beethoven's Sonatas for Fortepiano and Violin, published as his Opus 30 in 1803, were completed during his stay in Heiligenstadt in 1802.
Performer Biography
Ian Watson, the fortepiano player, is the Artistic Director of Arcadia Players Period-Instrument Orchestra and Music Director of the Connecticut Early Music Festival.
Historical Context
During the late 18th century, works for keyboard and violin became increasingly popular due to the growth of amateur domestic music-making.
Interpretation
The performers, Ian Watson and Susanna Ogata, use period instruments, including a fortepiano and a period violin with gut strings, to recreate Beethoven's sound-world.
Instruments
Susanna Ogata performs on a Joseph Klotz violin built in 1772; the Klotz family of Mittenwald, Germany, were highly regarded instrument makers.
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