His first recital album on Signum Records, internationally acclaimed pianist Melvyn Tan brings a new perspective to Beethoven’s Piano Sonatas 30, 31 and 32. Exploration, insight and imagination are vital ingredients in Melvyn Tan’s blend of artistic attributes. He established his international reputation with pioneering performances on fortepiano and continues to cast fresh light on music conceived for the piano’s early and modern forms.

Tracks
01. Piano Sonata No. 30 in E Major, Op. 109: I. Vivace ma non troppo
02. Piano Sonata No. 30 in E Major, Op. 109: II. Prestissimo
03. Piano Sonata No. 30 in E Major, Op. 109: III. Gesangvoll, mit innigster Empfindung; Andante molto cantabile ed espressivo
04. Piano Sonata No. 31 in A-Flat Major, Op. 110: I. Moderato cantabile molto espressivo
05. Piano Sonata No. 31 in A-Flat Major, Op. 110: II. Allegro molto
06. Piano Sonata No. 31 in A-Flat Major, Op. 110: III. Adagio ma non troppo
07. Piano Sonata No. 31 in A-Flat Major, Op. 110: IV. Fuga. Allegro, ma non troppo
08. Piano Sonata No. 32 in C Minor, Op. 111: I. Maestoso. Allegro con brio ed appassionato
09. Piano Sonata No. 32 in C Minor, Op. 111: II. Arietta. Adagio molto semplice e cantabile