Denis Kozhukhin presents a new album of works by Joseph Haydn: "Sonatas", offering a fresh and insightful journey through the composer's piano repertoire. Haydn's piano sonatas are brimming with invention, drama and humor, and are every bit as brilliant as his symphonies and string quartets. Kozhukhin revisits this repertoire and reveals the expressive depth and sparkling originality in a recital full of striking contrasts and character. From the serene Allegro of the early D major Sonata, Hob XVI: 4, to the restless intensity of the C minor Sonata, Hob XVI: 20, each work reflects Haydn's inexhaustible inventiveness and subtle mastery of piano structures. A winner of prestigious competitions, including the Queen Elizabeth Competition, Denis Kozhukhin has established himself as one of the most celebrated pianists of his generation. His previous albums have been highly praised by both critics and audiences.