Beethoven's Piano Sonatas Op. 53 and Op. 110
In 1802, Beethoven faced the prospect of deafness. This would prove to be one of his greatest personal challenges. But instead of causing defeat, this crisis triggered a season of transcendent creativity that changed the course of music history.
In this DVD, celebrated pianist Mia Chung takes us through two of Beethoven’s greatest solo piano works—Piano Sonata No. 21 in C Major, Op. 53 (“Waldstein”) and Sonata No. 31 in A-flat major, Op. 110. Chung explores the innovations of Beethoven’s genius in the face of enormous obstacles.
Through detailed demonstration and performance, Chung walks us through these monumental works and shows us how Beethoven redefined the genre. This DVD will change the way you experience Beethoven.
To purchase the DVD, please click here
Pianist Mia Chung explores the background of Beethoven's Sonata Op. 110.
Pianist Mia Chung's demonstration of 2nd Movement from Beethoven's Sonata Op. 110.
Pianist Mia Chung's performance of 2nd Movement from Beethoven's Sonata Op. 110
Beethoven's Piano Sonatas Op. 53 and Op. 110
In 1802, Beethoven faced the prospect of deafness. This would prove to be one of his greatest personal challenges. But instead of causing defeat, this crisis triggered a season of transcendent creativity that changed the course of music history.
In this DVD, celebrated pianist Mia Chung takes us through two of Beethoven’s greatest solo piano works—Piano Sonata No. 21 in C Major, Op. 53 (“Waldstein”) and Sonata No. 31 in A-flat major, Op. 110. Chung explores the innovations of Beethoven’s genius in the face of enormous obstacles.
Through detailed demonstration and performance, Chung walks us through these monumental works and shows us how Beethoven redefined the genre. This DVD will change the way you experience Beethoven.
To purchase the DVD, please click here
Pianist Mia Chung explores the background of Beethoven's Sonata Op. 110.
Pianist Mia Chung's demonstration of 2nd Movement from Beethoven's Sonata Op. 110.
Pianist Mia Chung's performance of 2nd Movement from Beethoven's Sonata Op. 110