Myra Hess (1945)

A concert short spotlighting Dame Myra Hess performing the first movement of Beethoven’s Piano Sonata No. 23 in F minor, “Appassionata.” Filmed in an intimate hall setting, it focuses on her touch and phrasing, presenting the movement as a self-contained showcase of her artistry.

• Release Date: 1945-01-02
• Runtime: 0h 11min
• Production Company: GPO Film Unit
• Production Country: United Kingdom
• Director: Humphrey Jennings