Beethoven's Waldstein Sonata in Building a Library with Allyson Devenish and Andrew McGregor

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Andrew McGregor with the best new classical releases. c2.10pm Andrew is joined by guest reviewer Jeremy Sams, theatre director, translator and composer, to consider some of his favourite new releases. 3pm Building a Library Pianist Allyson Devenish surveys recordings of Beethoven's Piano Sonata in C, Op. 53 "Waldstein" and makes a top recommendation. Described as "a heroic symphony for piano", Beethoven's "Waldstein" Sonata is among the most dazzlingly brilliant of Beethoven’s piano sonatas, exploiting the full range of effects on an extended early-19th century keyboard, and has been tackled by the great pianists of every generation since. Top choice: Igor Levit (piano) Sony 19075843182 c3.50pm Record of the Week Andrew's top classical new release of the week.