Piano Sonata No 3 in B flat major (Hindemith)
from Hindemith: Piano Sonatas (CDA67977)
1 Ruhig bewegt [4'26]
2 Sehr lebhaft [3'00]
3 Mäßig schnell [5'18]
4 Fuge: Lebhaft [4'37]
17 minutes 21 seconds 4 tracks
‘Becker commands the structure of each work, and … is very impressive in the virtuosity of the Third. The new release also offers a set of Variations, discarded from the First Sonata: along with ...
‘Markus Becker draws out the First Sonata's exuberance and assertive power. The much shorter Second Sonata is also more immediately endearing, the Third confirming Hindemith’s stature as a supreme cra ...
‘Markus Becker has clearly immersed himself in these pieces, instinctively knowing how and when to let Hindemith’s often-complex counterpoint breathe, and how to emphasise the attractive melodies. Wit ...