Sonata in E flat major, Hob XVI No. 52

Available for over a year

In the 1790s Beethoven became a pupil of Haydn’s. Beethoven’s influence on Haydn is heard throughout this sonata. The power needed for the opening chords and the daring final movement suggests music entering a new era brimming with possibilities. Composer: Joseph Haydn Performer: Zhang Zuo (Piano) Recording date: 03 October 2015 Date of broadcast: 21 December 2015