Immerse yourself in the profound and virtuosic world of Franz Liszt with this comprehensive collection of his orchestral works and pieces for piano and orchestra. Released on January 1, 2003, by Warner Classics, this album spans an impressive 8 hours and 35 minutes, offering a sweeping journey through Liszt's musical genius.
The album features a diverse array of compositions, showcasing Liszt's mastery of both the piano and orchestral forms. From the dramatic and poetic symphonic poems like "Ce qu'on entend sur la montagne" and "Tasso, lamento e trionfo" to the grand and virtuosic piano concertos, this collection highlights Liszt's innovative spirit and technical brilliance.
Liszt's symphonic works, such as the "Faust Symphony" and the "Dante Symphony," are monumental pieces that blend orchestral power with deep emotional and philosophical depth. The album also includes his famous piano transcriptions and fantasies, such as the "Hungarian Fantasy" and the "Fantasy on Motifs from Beethoven's Ruins of Athens," demonstrating his extraordinary ability to reinterpret and elevate existing works.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Liszt's music, this album provides a rich and rewarding exploration of one of the most influential composers of the Romantic era. The performances capture the essence of Liszt's compositions, offering a vivid and dynamic listening experience that celebrates his enduring legacy.
Liszt: Ce qu'on entend sur la montagne. S. 95Franz Liszt, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester, Gerhard Bosse
Liszt: Tasso, lamento e trionfo, S. 96Franz Liszt, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Les préludes, S. 97Franz Liszt, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Orpheus, S. 98Franz Liszt, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester, Gerhard Bosse, Jürnjacob Timm
Liszt: Prometheus, S. 99Franz Liszt, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Mazeppa, S. 100Franz Liszt, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Festklänge, S. 101Franz Liszt, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Héroïde funèbre, S. 102Franz Liszt, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Mephisto Waltz No. 2, S. 111Franz Liszt, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Hungaria, S. 103Franz Liszt, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Hamlet, S. 104Franz Liszt, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Hunnenschlacht, S. 105Franz Liszt, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Die Ideale, S. 106Franz Liszt, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Von der Wiege bis zum Grabe, S. 107: I. Die WiegeFranz Liszt, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Von der Wiege bis zum Grabe, S. 107: II. Der Kampf um's DaseinFranz Liszt, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Von der Wiege bis zum Grabe, S. 107: III. Zum Grabe, die Wiege des zukünftigen LebensFranz Liszt, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: A Faust Symphony, S. 108: I. FaustFranz Liszt, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: A Faust Symphony, S. 108: II. GretchenFranz Liszt, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: A Faust Symphony, S. 108: III. MephistophelesFranz Liszt, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester, Klaus König, MDR Leipzig Radio Chorus, Walter Heinz Bernstein
Liszt: 2 Episoden aus Lenau's Faust, S. 110: No. 1, Der nächtliche ZugFranz Liszt, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: 2 Episoden aus Lenau's Faust, S. 110: No. 2, Der Tanz in der Dorfschenke "Mephisto-Walzer No. 1"Franz Liszt, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Dante Symphony, S. 109: I. InfernoFranz Liszt, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Dante Symphony, S. 109: II. PurgatorioFranz Liszt, Kurt Masur, Volker Arndt, Mathias Eisenberg, Thomanerchor Leipzig, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Piano Concerto No. 1 in E-Flat Major, S. 124: I. Allegro maestosoFranz Liszt, Michel Béroff, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Piano Concerto No. 1 in E-Flat Major, S. 124: II. Quasi adagioFranz Liszt, Michel Béroff, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Piano Concerto No. 1 in E-Flat Major, S. 124: III. Allegretto vivaceFranz Liszt, Michel Béroff, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Piano Concerto No. 1 in E-Flat Major, S. 124: IV. Allegro marziale animatoFranz Liszt, Michel Béroff, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Piano Concerto No. 2 in A Major, S. 125: I. Adagio sostenuto assai -Franz Liszt, Michel Béroff, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Piano Concerto No. 2 in A Major, S. 125: II. Allegro agitato assai - Un poco più mosso - Tempo del andante -Franz Liszt, Michel Béroff, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Piano Concerto No. 2 in A Major, S. 125: III. Allegro deciso - Marziale un poco meno allegroFranz Liszt, Michel Béroff, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Piano Concerto No. 2 in A Major, S. 125: IV. Allegro deciso -Franz Liszt, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Piano Concerto No. 2 in A Major, S. 125: V. Marziale un poco meno allegro - Un poco animato - Un poco meno mosso -Franz Liszt, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Piano Concerto No. 2 in A Major, S. 125: VI. Allegro animatoFranz Liszt, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Franz Schuberts Grosse Wanderer-Fantasie, S. 366Franz Liszt, Michel Béroff, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Polonaise brillante, S. 367 "L'hilarité" (After Weber's Op. 72)Franz Liszt, Michel Béroff, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Hungarian Fantasy, S. 123Franz Liszt, Michel Béroff, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Fantasie über Motiven aus Beethovens Ruinen von Athen, S. 122Franz Liszt, Michel Béroff, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Grande fantaisie symphonique d'après des thèmes du Lélio de Berlioz, S. 120Franz Liszt, Michel Béroff, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Malédiction, S. 121Franz Liszt, Michel Béroff, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Totentanz, S. 126Franz Liszt, Michel Béroff, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester