Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Franz Liszt with this comprehensive collection of his works for piano and orchestra. Released on January 1, 1980, under the Warner Classics label, this album spans a generous 2 hours and 25 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of classical piano masterpieces.
The album features Liszt's two renowned piano concertos, the Piano Concerto No. 1 in E-Flat Major and the Piano Concerto No. 2 in A Major, each divided into multiple movements that showcase Liszt's virtuosic compositional style. Beyond the concertos, the collection includes a variety of other notable works, such as the dramatic "Totentanz," the evocative "Hungarian Fantasy," and the intricate "Fantasy on Motifs from Beethoven's Ruins of Athens."
Liszt's genius shines through in each piece, blending technical brilliance with profound emotional depth. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Liszt's works, this album provides a compelling exploration of one of the most influential figures in classical music history. The performances capture the essence of Liszt's compositions, making this a must-listen for anyone interested in the classical piano repertoire.
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, Michel Béroff, 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, Michel Béroff, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Liszt: Piano Concerto No. 2 in A Major, S. 125: VI. Allegro animatoFranz Liszt, Michel Béroff, 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