L. van Beethoven – Sonata No. 8 in C minor, Op. 13 "Pathétique" (Part II)

Part 2: II. Adagio cantabile L. van Beethoven – Sonata No. 8 in C minor, Op. 13 "Pathétique" (Part II) This performance is Part 1 of a 3-part series covering the complete Sonata. Complete Sonata Cycle: ➡️ Part 1 (I. Grave – Allegro): [   • L. van Beethoven – Sonata No.8 in C minor,...  ] ➡️ Part 2 (II. Adagio cantabile): [You are here] ➡️ Part 3 (III. Rondo: Allegro): [   • L. van Beethoven – Sonata No. 8 in C minor...  ] Performed on a Petrof 115 piano. This video features the legendary Second Movement (Adagio cantabile) of Beethoven's Sonata Pathétique. In stark contrast to the violent storm of the opening movement, this piece is a masterclass in pure, singing intimacy. Its exceptionally beautiful, world-famous main theme is stated three times, separated by deeply expressive, modulating episodes. It remains one of the most comforting and profoundly lyrical melodies ever written for the piano.