The Sonata as Storytelling

The Sonata as Storytelling explores the sonata as a powerful vehicle for musical narrative, bringing together two masterpieces that reveal the expressive possibilities of the form across two centuries.

Composed in the final months of his life, Schubert's Piano Sonata in A major, D959 unfolds as an expansive journey of lyricism, song, dance, introspection, and profound emotional depth. In contrast, Prokofiev's Piano Sonata No. 6 in A major, Op. 82, the first of his celebrated War Sonatas, presents a bold and uncompromising musical landscape. Driven by rhythmic energy, biting harmonies, and moments of haunting lyricism, it traces a dramatic narrative shaped by conflict, tension, and resilience.

This recital is presented as part of the Hanson Dyer Hall Concert Series. All concerts in this series can also be streamed live via our website.

PROGRAM

Franz Schubert
Sonata in A major, D. 959
I. Allegro
II. Andantino
III. Scherzo: Allegro Vivace - Trio: Un poco più lento
IV. Rondo: Allegretto - Presto

Sergei Prokofiev
Sonata No. 6 in A major, Op. 82
I. Allegro moderato
II. Allegretto
III. Tempo di valzer lentissimo
IV. Vivace

CREDITS

Andrea Lam, piano

Image: Lisa-Marie Mazzucco

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