Sir András Schiff, Andras Schiff at Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall

Immerse yourself in Beethoven’s piano sonatas where tragedy and joy live side-by-side, tenderness gives way to rough humor, and virtuosity reigns supreme. Hear a funeral march that inspired Chopin, daring flights of improvisatory fancy, a gentle melody that conjures the image of the moon reflected on a lake, and more. Sir András Schiff, “a master of nuance and musical wisdom” (The Seattle Times), is one of the greatest interpreters and your guide for this journey through four remarkable sonatas. Part of: Carnegie Classics and Beethoven Celebration Sir András Schiff is also performing April 5...

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Immerse yourself in Beethoven’s piano sonatas where tragedy and joy live side-by-side, tenderness gives way to rough humor, and virtuosity reigns supreme. Hear a funeral march that inspired Chopin, daring flights of improvisatory fancy, a gentle melody that conjures the image of the moon reflected on a lake, and more. Sir András Schiff, “a master of nuance and musical wisdom” (The Seattle Times), is one of the greatest interpreters and your guide for this journey through four remarkable sonatas. Part of: Carnegie Classics and Beethoven Celebration Sir András Schiff is also performing April 5. Performers Sir András Schiff, Piano Program ALL-BEETHOVEN PROGRAM Piano Sonata No. 12 in A-flat Major, Op. 26 Piano Sonata No. 13 in E-flat Major, Op. 27, No. 1, "quasi una fantasia" Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-sharp Minor, Op. 27, No. 2, "Moonlight" Piano Sonata No. 15 in D Major, Op. 28, "Pastoral"

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