Cafe Ludwig: Bach, Beethoven, and Bartok

Orli Shaham, piano and host

Timothy Landauer, cello

Benjamin Smolen, flute

Sharon O’Connor, flute

Todd Miller, timpani

Robert Slack, percussion

A delightful afternoon featuring sonatas by three of the most popular composers: Bach’s flowing Trio Sonata; Beethoven’s rich melodies, with lyricism balanced against surging energy; and Bartók’s unusual sonata, complete with highly detailed instructions for percussionists written in the score. 

Bach: Trio Sonata in G Major for Two Flutes and Piano

Beethoven: Cello Sonata No. 3 in A Major

Bartók: Sonata for Two Pianos and Percussion