Beethoven Op.2 no.2 vs. Op.10 no.3

[chopinawesome]

I can choose between Op.2 no.2 or Op.10 no.3. Which Sonata should I do? I just finished Mozart's K.332 and Beethoven's Op.14 sonatas.

[piulento]

I personally think 10/3 is one of the greatest sonatas ever written. It has just about everything.
If you have what it takes to give a good performance, then go for it.
Would especially recommend listening to Eric Zuber's performance in the 2011 Rubinstein competition (Specifically the 4th movement!). He brings out it's best aspects.

[chopinawesome]

Thanks piulento. Zuber plays the 4th movement great,too.

[rubinsteinmad]

I prefer Op. 10 #3

[chopinawesome]

 I couldn't watch the video, so I watched Zuber's performance of Scarlatti's Sonatas and Beethoven Sonata NO.7.

[irrational]

I think Op.2 no.2 is easier.
I also agree with puilento that Op.10 no.3 (Sonata no.7) is one of the greatest sonatas ever (I prefer it over Op.53 and 57 when I really want to lose myself in the music). It requires a wide spectrum of skill and musicality.

I prefer Gilels' performance for its warmth and depth. I never get tired of the structures of the largo.
If you think you are capable of the musicality, then I would certainly try it. I think it will be the more satisfying piece that you'll play for a very long time.

[alkan2010]

Two wonderful Sonatas, but the 10.3 is a true masterwork of conception (and feelings), and one of the pinnacles of the first period. I would play it for a greater contrast with the "galant" flvour of the Op.14s.