Immerse yourself in the captivating world of classical piano music with Johann Nepomuk Hummel's "Piano Sonatas, Vol. 1." This album, released on October 1, 2011, under Centaur Records, Inc., showcases Hummel's mastery of the piano sonata form, a genre he significantly contributed to during the late Classical and early Romantic periods. The album features three complete sonatas: the Piano Sonata No. 1 in C Major, Op. 2, No. 3, the Piano Sonata No. 2 in E-Flat Major, Op. 13, and the Piano Sonata No. 3 in F Minor, Op. 20. Each sonata is a journey through a variety of emotions and technical displays, from the spirited Allegro spiritoso of the first sonata to the intense Finale of the third sonata. With a total duration of 1 hour and 1 minute, this album is a substantial exploration of Hummel's musical genius, offering a blend of chamber music and classical elegance that will delight any classical music enthusiast.
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