Kevin Wang Performs Beethoven's Fifth Piano Sonata in c minor, Op. 10 No. 1

Join pianist Kevin Wang for the next installment in his journey through Beethoven’s piano sonatas.

 This concert features Beethoven’s Piano Sonata No. 5 in c minor, Op. 10 No. 1, a work that marks the composer’s shift to a more concise yet equally profound style.

Inspired by this transformation, Kevin has curated a program of three-movement works from across Europe, taking the audience on a musical journey from Clementi’s classical clarity to Prokofiev’s fiery modernism.

Following intermission, Kevin will give a talk on his programming choices, offering insight into how each piece connects to Beethoven’s sonata.

Don’t miss this captivating afternoon of music and exploration!

Sonatina in F major, Op. 36 No. 4 — Muzio Clementi (1752-1832)

I. Con spirito

II. Andante con espressione

III. Rondo. Allegro vivace

Piano Sonata No. 5 in c minor, Op. 10 No. 1 — Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827)

I. Allegro molto e con brio

II. Adagio molto

III. Finale. Prestissimo

Trois Pièces — Francis Poulenc (1899-1963)

I. Pastorale

II. Toccata

III. Hymne

-intermission-

 Drei Fantasiestücke — Robert Schumann (1810-1856)

I. in c minor

II. in A-flat major

III. in c minor

London Pieces — John Ireland (1879-1962)

I. Chelsea Reach

II. Ragamuffin

III. Soho Forenoons

Piano Sonata No. 7 — Sergei Prokofiev (1891-1953)

I. Allegro inquieto

II. Andante caloroso

III. Precipitato