Franz Liszt
Musician · Hungary · 1811–1886
Franz Liszt was a Hungarian composer, virtuoso pianist, conductor, and teacher of the Romantic period.
Liszt was born on October 22, 1811, and began his musical journey as a child prodigy.
His first public concert took place at the age of nine, showcasing his early talent.
Biography
Early Life
Franz Liszt was born on October 22, 1811, in Doborján, Hungary, to Anna and Adam Liszt. His father, a land steward for Prince Nikolaus II Esterházy, was an amateur musician who nurtured Franz's early talent. By the age of five, Liszt was already improvising on the piano, and his first public performance came at just nine years old in Sopron. This success led to sponsorship for his musical education in Vienna, where he studied under the renowned Carl Czerny, a former student of Beethoven.
Career
Liszt's career as a composer, pianist, and conductor flourished throughout the Romantic period. He became known for his virtuosic piano performances and innovative compositions, including the famous "Hungarian Rhapsodies" and "Transcendental Studies." His works often drew inspiration from Hungarian folk music and showcased his unique style, which combined technical brilliance with emotional depth. Liszt was also a prominent figure in the New German School, collaborating with other composers like Hector Berlioz and Frédéric Chopin, and he played a significant role in the development of the symphonic poem.
Legacy
Liszt passed away on July 31, 1886, leaving behind a vast and diverse body of work that continues to influence musicians today. His compositions, once considered excessive, have gained recognition for their originality and emotional power. The revival of interest in his music during the mid-20th century led to a resurgence in performances and recordings, ensuring that Liszt's legacy as one of the most important composers of the Romantic era endures.
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Discography
Liszt: Les Préludes / Smetana: The Moldau / Moussorgsky: Night on Bald Mountain / Sibelius: Valse triste1961
- 1.The Moldau
- 2.A Night on Bald Mountain
- 3.Les Préludes
- 4.Valse triste
Herbert Von Karajan dirige Liszt1961
- 1.Mazeppa (Symphonische Dichtung Nr. 6)
- 2.Ungarische Rhapsodie Nr. 5 E-moll (Klavierfassung Nr. 5)
- 3.Ungarische Fantasie Für Klavier Und Orchester
- 4.Ungarische Rhapsodie Nr. 4 Es-Dur (Klavierfassung Nr. 12)
Concertos Nos 1 et 2 pour piano1961
- 1.Concerto pour piano et orchestre N°1 en mi bémol majeur: Premier Mouvement : Allegro Maestoso
- 2.Concerto pour piano et orchestre N°1 en mi bémol majeur: Deuxième Mouvement : Quasi Adagio
- 3.Concerto pour piano et orchestre N°1 en mi bémol majeur: Troisième Mouvement : Allegretto Vivace
- 4.Concerto pour piano et orchestre N°1 en mi bémol majeur: Quatrième Mouvement : Allegro Marziale Animato
- 5.Concerto pour piano et orchestre N°2 en la majeur: Adagio Sostenuto Assai
- 6.Concerto pour piano et orchestre N°2 en la majeur: Allagro Agitato Assai
- 7.Concerto pour piano et orchestre N°2 en la majeur: Allegro Moderato
- 8.Concerto pour piano et orchestre N°2 en la majeur: Allegro Deciso
- 9.Concerto pour piano et orchestre N°2 en la majeur: Marziale Un Poco Meno Allegro
- 10.Concerto pour piano et orchestre N°2 en la majeur: Allegro Animato
Invitation to the Dance1961
- 1.Aufforderung zum Tanz, op. 659:05
- 2.Mephisto Waltz no. 1 "Der Tanz in der Dorfschenke", S. 110/211:26
- 3.Danse Macabre, op. 407:10
- 4.Hungarian Dances, WoO 1 no. 17 in F-sharp minor: Andantino - Vivace2:29
- 5.Hungarian Dances, WoO 1, no. 18 in D major: Molto vivace1:15
- 6.Hungarian Dances, WoO 1, no. 19 in B minor: Allegretto1:48
- 7.Hungarian Dances, WoO 1, no. 20 in E minor: Poco Allegretto - Vivace2:37
- 8.Hungarian Dances, WoO 1, no. 21 in E minor: Vivace1:33
- 9.Russian Sailors' Dance from "The Red Poppy Suite", op. 703:23
Liszt: Hungarian Rhapsodies 2 & 3 / Enesco: Roumanian Rhapsodies 1 & 21961
- 1.Two Roumanian Rhapsodies, op. 11: No. 1 in A major12:03
- 2.Two Roumanian Rhapsodies, op. 11: No. 2 in D major13:10
- 3.Hungarian Rhapsody no. 38:26
- 4.Hungarian Rhapsody no. 29:40
The Virtuoso Liszt1960
- 1.Liebestraume No.34:35
- 2.Un Sospiro - Etudes de Concert5:01
- 3.Hungarian Rhapsody No.115:43
- 4.Il Penseroso4:08
- 5.Consolation No.34:11
- 6.Paganini Etudes: Preludio4:50
- 7.Paganini Etudes: Octave4:32
- 8.Paganini Etudes: La Campanella4:15
- 9.Paganini Etudes: Arpeggio1:53
- 10.Paganini Etudes: La Chasse3:08
- 11.Paganini Etudes: Tema Con Variazioni4:57
Liszt: Sonata in B minor / Weber: Sonata no. 4 in E minor / Invitation to the Dance1960
- 1.Sonata for Piano in B minor27:43
- 2.Sonata for Piano no. 4 in E minor: I. Moderato10:48
- 3.Sonata for Piano no. 4 in E minor: II. Menuetto (Presto vivace ed energico) - Trio (Leggieremente murmurando)3:09
- 4.Sonata for Piano no. 4 in E minor: III. Andante consolante quasi Allegretto6:24
- 5.Sonata for Piano no. 4 in E minor: IV. Final (La Tarantella) (Prestissimo)3:22
- 6.Invitation to the Dance8:02
A Faust Symphony / Symphonic Poem: Orpheus1959
- 1.Faust Symphony: 1st Movement: Faust
- 2.Faust Symphony: 2nd Movement: Gretchen
- 3.Faust Symphony: 3rd Movement: Mephistopheles – Final Chorus
- 4.Orpheus
Dukas: The Sorcerer’s Apprentice / Weinberger: Schwanda / Liszt: Les Préludes / Strauss: Salome1957
- 1.The Sorcerer’s Apprentice9:46
- 2.Schwanda the Bagpiper7:41
- 3.Salome, op. 54: Dance of the 7 Veils8:52
- 4.Les Préludes, S. 97: Andante - Andante maestoso2:59
- 5.Les Préludes, S. 97: L’istesso tempo I1:10
- 6.Les Préludes, S. 97: L’istesso tempo II3:02
- 7.Les Préludes, S. 97: Allegro ma non troppo - Allegro tempestuoso3:05
- 8.Les Préludes, S. 97: Allegretto pastorale - Allegro marziale3:34
- 9.Les Préludes, S. 97: Allegro marziale animato - Andante maestoso2:48
Rubinstein Plays Liszt1956
- 1.Funérailles, No.7 (From "Harmonies Poétiques Et Religieuses")
- 2.Valse Impromptu
- 3.Mephisto Waltz
- 4.Liebestraum No.3, In A-Flat
- 5.Hungarian Rhapsody No.10, In E
- 6.Consolation No.3, In D-Flat
- 7.Hungarian Rhapsody No.12, In C-Sharp Minor
Liszt: 12 Grandes Études, S. 1372026
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Major Works By Franz Liszt (Live Concert Recording)2023
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Orgelwerke der Romantik2006
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Franz Liszt2005
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Songs2004
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The organ works, vol. 22002
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The organ works, vol. 12001
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Hungarian Rhapsodies1999
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Hungarian Fantasy - Orchestral Favourites1994
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Symphonic Poems & Hungarian Rhapsodies1994
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Transcendental Studies (1838 Version)1989
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Jorge Bolet joue Liszt
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Liebestraum
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Peter Lang - Concertos pour piano n°1 - Orchestre, Rhapsodie hongroise - Funerailles - Tasso
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Sonata in B minor
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Achievements
- Award
- Pour le Mérite for Sciences and Arts order
- Award
- Order of the Golden Spur
- Award
- Bavarian Maximilian Order for Science and Art
- Award
- Commander of the Order of Christ
- Award
- honorary doctor of the University of Königsberg
- Award
- Knight of the Order of the Iron Crown (Austria)
- Award
- Pour le Mérite
- Award
- Order of the Iron Crown (Austria)
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Identifiers & aliases
Also known as: F. List, F. Liszt, Ferenc Liszt, Ferencz Liszt, Frank Liszt, Frans Liszt
Franz Liszt was a Hungarian composer, virtuoso pianist, conductor and teacher of the Romantic period. With a diverse body of work spanning more than six decades, he is considered to be one of the most prolific and influential composers of his era, and his piano works continue to be widely performed and recorded.
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