But there are exceptional cases, and the case of the 32 Beethoven piano sonatas is certainly one of them ... lacks the kind of consistent insight and acumen the music demands, though the playing is ...

Ludwig van Beethoven and the piano were two of the most exciting new qualities of music in the 18th century and both are showcased in his Sonata Op.13 No.8 in C minor, Pathétique, first movement.

Another doctor treated Beethoven by blistering his arms, but this was painful and prevented him from playing the piano. His favourite doctor, Dr Schmidt, sent him to the spa in Heiligenstadt ...

Pianist Alexander Kobrin will give a free recital at St. Ann Church  in Washington DC on Sunday, April 27 at 3 pm.  The performance will include pieces by Brahms and Beethoven  by this Russian born ...