Fortepianist Daniel Adam Maltz concert
Time and Location
Concert Program
- Haydn Sonata, Hob. XVI:25
- Mozart Sonata, K. 332
- Intermission
- Haydn Sonata, Hob. XVI:23
- Mozart Sonata, K. 330
Enjoy Haydn and Mozart’s piano works performed as they intended them to be heard — on a historic Viennese fortepiano in an intimate setting.
During the Classical era in Vienna, composers expected their keyboard music to entertain relatively small audiences in smaller-scale spaces than today’s large concert halls. And, the era’s pianos (known as “fortepianos”) are very different from modern Steinways.
Fortepianist Daniel Adam Maltz is based in Vienna and studied Historical Performance at the Royal Academy of Music in London and at Vienna’s University for Music and Performing Arts. He performs on historic Viennese fortepianos, utilizing the vast range of tones, colors, and techniques familiar to Classical era composers.
Daniel Adam Maltz is presenting a workshop on Tuesday, February 28th, and a masterclass on Thursday, March 2nd
Short educational videos about the Fortepiano
- What is a Fortepiano?
- Fortepiano Sound vs. Modern Piano
- (20-minutes) Evolution of the Viennese Fortepiano
- Historical Tuning: Rediscover the Classical Sound World
- Slur Markings: Understanding Mozart’s intent
- Beethoven’s Pedal Markings: Why Do We Ignore Them?
- Fortepiano Knee Levers (Pedals): Effects Lost on Modern Pianos
- Octave Glissando: Was it as Difficult for Beethoven?
Disability Accommodations
For disability accommodations, please contact the department presenting the event. Disability access information is available online at Parking Services, and further resources can be found by contacting Western's Disability Access Center.
