Beethoven thought that his Waldstein and Appassionata sonatas for solo piano were some of the best he ever wrote. History agrees with him: These famous masterpieces have been studied and worshiped by ...

French pianist Pierre Laurent Aimard (ay-MAHR) plays the Sonata No. 23 "Appassionata", Op. 57, by Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827).

Piano Sonata No. 23 in F Minor, Op. 57 'Appassionata': I. Allegro Assai Piano Sonata No. 23 in F minor, Op. 57 'Appassionata': II. Andante con moto Piano Sonata No. 23 in F minor, Op. 57 'Appassionata ...

John Lill Beethoven’s “Appassionata,” Brahms intermezzos, and more from this pianist. Benaroya Hall, 200 University St., 215-4747, seattlesymphony.org. $19 and up. 7:30 p.m. Wed., April 30. Seattle ...

The titles of these sonatas summon up a stormy, blood-and-thunder vision of Beethoven. That isn’t Ingrid Fliter’s way. Her approach is grandly spacious, and full of the subtle pedal effects you ...