The Beethoven Sonatas in Edinburgh

This event presents a rare opportunity to experience the complete cycle of Beethoven's 32 mature piano sonatas, a cornerstone of the piano repertoire often called "The New Testament" of piano literature. Composed between 1795 and 1822, these works trace Beethoven's artistic evolution from his early, Haydn-influenced sonatas through the daring middle period—including the "Moonlight," "Waldstein," and "Appassionata"—to the profound and technically demanding late sonatas like the "Hammerklavier."

Attendees can expect a marathon of musical genius, with each sonata offering a unique window into Beethoven's creative mind. The cycle bridges the intimacy of the salon and the grandeur of the concert hall. This Edinburgh performance continues a tradition that began with Hans von Bülow's first complete cycle in the 19th century.