

The artistic evolution of Ludwig van Beethoven changed the course of music, and nowhere is that stunning transformation experienced better than in this all-Beethoven program. From this program, one can sense the tremendous vitality that would propel him to stardom within a decade. Beethoven’s hand also broadened the possibilities of both the sonata for violin and piano, and the piano trio, here illustrated by his last and greatest example, the “Archduke.”
Ludwig van Beethoven: Trio in D major for Violin, Viola, and Cello, Op. 9, No. 2 (1797-98)
Ludwig van Beethoven: Sonata in E-flat major for Violin and Piano, Op. 12, No. 3 (1797–98)
Ludwig van Beethoven: Trio in B-flat major for Piano, Violin, and Cello, Op. 97, "Archduke" (1810-11)

Kristin Lee performs as part of Music@Menlo's 2026 Festival: Redux.
Kristin Lee performs as part of Bridgehampton Chamber Music Summer 2026.
Kristin Lee performs in Music on the Strait's summer season.