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Best Complete Beethoven Piano Sonatas

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#1 ·
Hello Everyone. This is my first post/thread and i'd simply like to receive some suggestions as to which interpretation of Beethoven's Complete Piano Sonatas I should purchase. I've run into many different reviews and i'm not swayed by any one in particular so i thought i'd turn to some objective opinions. I know there are quite a few recordings I can purchase. I'm very familiar with Arrau's work as I have his Satie recordings which I really enjoy but i'm not sure how he does with Beethoven. I've also heard good things about Goode's recordings. What would you people recommend? I would appreciate any suggestions at all... Thanks!

Sr. Panza
 
#3 ·
I was wondering about this topic myself, so thanks for bringing it up.:)
so i thought i'd turn to some objective opinions.
I'll even turn to subjective opinions, if reasonably supported.;) A scan of my review texts indicates I'd be inclined towards the Goode version (even at the $$$...) but I'm willing to keep my mind open for assertions on behalf of other versions.

It's fun to discuss topics like this on the boards. I frequently get more out of these conversations than I do out of my review guides, however esteemed they may be. It's often more helpful to hear from fans.

WARNING: EDITORIAL RANT FOLLOWS:One of the great things about this board is that we have an cool assortment of Art Music FANS. This avocation could use more fans, and fewer self-styled "au-thor-i-ties." Cue "Beckmesser" motif music here(!):D
 
#6 · (Edited)
Thank You...

Hello all. I'm surprised at how many replies i've received this quickly. I guess this is a pretty active board. Thank you all for your suggestions. And thanks opus67 for welcoming me. :) I think I will go for Goode's work since so many people talk about it. I know it's a bit pricier but i'm willing to pay for it. After all, how much is music worth? Thanks again...

Sr. Panza
 
#8 ·
Well, thanks for the input but I went ahead and ordered Kempff's collection from the sixties. I believe he recorded three different collections but his last is regarded as his best. I've yet to receive it but i'll let you guys know what I think about it for whatever that's worth. I was about to get either Richard Goode's or Gulda's set but after reading many different viewpoints I went ahead and purchased Kempff's. We'll see...
 
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