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The late Leon Fleisher, one of the great American pianists of the 20th century, presents a short master class on the iconic exposition of Beethoven's "Waldstein" Sonata with Ben Laude at the piano. Fleisher brings his characteristic conviction to matters of phrasing, voicing, rhythm, and pedal, in an effort to elevate Laude's playing and achieve a level of drama and excitement worthy of Beethoven's score.
"Waldstein" Sonata – 1st Mvt Exposition
The late Leon Fleisher, one of the great American pianists of the 20th century, presents a short master class on the iconic exposition of Beethoven's "Waldstein" Sonata with Ben Laude at the piano. Fleisher brings his characteristic conviction to matters of phrasing, voicing, rhythm, and pedal, in an effort to elevate Laude's playing and achieve a level of drama and excitement worthy of Beethoven's score.
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Unlock Course →A pupil of Schnabel and dubbed by Pierre Monteux as 'the pianistic find of the century,' Leon Fleisher sustained an extraordinary career as conductor, soloist, recitalist, chamber music artist, and teacher.
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