Credits:

Maurizio Pollini

Description:

The "Pathetique" is the culmination of the composer's early creative activities, and it expresses his strong will to express himself. The "Moonlight," which was given its title by the poet Lerstrup, who described it as "like a small boat swaying on the waves of moonlight" because of its perfect balance of contemplation, lyricism, and passion. The "Passion" is known as one of the best works of Beethoven's middle period. This is an album in which Pollini plays Beethoven's masterpieces known as the "Three Great Sonatas". Pollini's uncompromising earnestness toward his works is unparalleled, and his performance shows the ultimate degree of perfection. (C)RS