Barenboim: Beethoven - Piano Sonata No. 23 in F minor, Op. 57 Appassionata

Daniel Barenboim came back to the Teatro Colón, Buenos Aires, in August, 19th 2000, to celebrate his 50 years on stage with a solo-recital as in his first appearance as a 7-years-old boy Click here to watch the full concert: Subscribe to EuroArts: Ludwig van Beethoven - Piano Sonata No. 23 in F minor, Op. 57 “Appassionata“ 0:25 I. Allegro assai 11:09 II. Andante con moto 18:09 III. Allegro, ma non troppo-presto Argentina has not forgotten him, this son of the city, leading conductor and pianist, and indefatigable campaigner for international understanding through the spirit of music. On the night of 19 August 2000, they came en masse, like pilgrims, to the time-honoured Teatro Colón just to listen to him. At last their adored idol steps on to the stage - to perform again in his native city half a century after his first public appearance. The multitude rises and sings for him.