This piece is arguably one of the most well known compositions of this master. While studying the kind of approach to convey this, I'd listened to other performers interpretations, and heard a variety of versions, with some being slower and others seemingly prestissimo by comparison! I wanted to convey a more emotive and passionate interpretation. Just think of what it would be like to listen to this while trying to mend a broken heart in the early 1800's.....you'd need great strength to carry on friends!