The ‘Pastoral’ Sonata – Beethoven’s Idyllic Side
Ludwig van Beethoven, one of the most influential composers in the history of Western music, left an indelible mark on the world with his symphonies, concertos, and, perhaps most intimately, his piano sonatas. Among these sonatas, the ‘Pastoral’ Sonata, Op. 28, occupies a special place. Composed in 1801, this work is often overshadowed by Beethoven’s more dramatic and stormy compositions.