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Beethoven Piano Concerto No. 4

Sticky Notes: The Classical Music Podcast

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The Trooper Reel of the Second Movement

The orchestra has to come in right at the top of the scale. The conductor also has to give an upbeat to the orchestra so that they know when to play. It's a mark of technique to be able to get this transition right. And while I love doing this piece, my heart always beats a little faster at this moment.

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