paroolSep 11, 2026, 01:00

Review: Beethoven – The Last Three Sonatas, by Mitsuko Uchida: the piano sings, wrings, grates, and gleams

Pianist Mitsuko Uchida has released a new live recording of Beethoven's last three piano sonatas, captured during a performance in Tokyo. The artist continues her exploration of these complex works, with a scheduled performance at Amsterdam's Concertgebouw set for January 2027.

Renowned pianist Mitsuko Uchida has released a new live recording of Beethoven’s final three piano sonatas, captured during a performance last October at Suntory Hall in Tokyo. This release follows a previous studio recording of the same works she produced two decades ago. Known for her dedication to the works of Mozart, Schubert, and Beethoven, Uchida explores the delicate balance between intimate expression and expansive musical range found within these complex compositions. Her interpretation is noted for its raw honesty, eschewing superficial beauty for a performance that is at times gritty and distant yet deeply compelling in its musical truth.

Following the release of this latest project, audiences will have the opportunity to see the 77-year-old pianist perform live in the near future. Mitsuko Uchida is scheduled to appear at the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam on January 10, 2027. This upcoming concert continues her long-standing commitment to interpreting the core repertoire of classical piano music.

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Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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