Franz Liszt's "Liszt: Orchestral Songs" is a captivating collection of classical piano works, released on April 28, 2023, under the Aparté label. This album spans a rich duration of 1 hour and 6 minutes, offering a deep dive into Liszt's masterful compositions. The tracklist is a blend of his original works and interpretations of Schubert's pieces, showcasing Liszt's versatility and virtuosity. Highlights include "Die Lorelei," "Der Erlkönig," and "Le Juif errant," each piece a testament to Liszt's ability to evoke profound emotions and vivid imagery through his music.
Liszt, a titan of the classical music world, is known for his innovative approach to composition and performance. This album is a perfect showcase of his orchestral songs, which are as powerful and expressive as his piano solos. The Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra, under the direction of István Várdai, brings these pieces to life with precision and passion, making this album a must-listen for any classical music enthusiast.
2023 Aparté/Little Tribeca2023 Aparté/Little Tribeca · Orchester Wiener Akademie
Tracks
Die Lorelei, S. 369Franz Liszt, Stephanie Houtzeel, Orchester Wiener Akademie, Martin Haselböck
Die drei Zigeuner, S. 374Franz Liszt, Thomas Hampson, Orchester Wiener Akademie, Martin Haselböck
Die junge Nonne, S. 375/1 (After Schubert)Franz Liszt, Franz Schubert, Sunhae Im, Orchester Wiener Akademie, Martin Haselböck
Gretchen am Spinnrade, S. 375/2 (After Schubert)Franz Liszt, Franz Schubert, Sunhae Im, Orchester Wiener Akademie, Martin Haselböck
Lied der Mignon, S. 375/3 (After Schubert)Franz Liszt, Franz Schubert, Sunhae Im, Orchester Wiener Akademie, Martin Haselböck
Der Erlkönig, S. 375/4 (After Schubert)Franz Liszt, Franz Schubert, Thomas Hampson, Orchester Wiener Akademie, Martin Haselböck
Der Doppelgänger, S. 375/5 (After Schubert)Franz Liszt, Franz Schubert, Thomas Hampson, Orchester Wiener Akademie, Martin Haselböck
Die Vätergruft, S. 371Franz Liszt, Thomas Hampson, Orchester Wiener Akademie, Martin Haselböck
Weimars TotenFranz Liszt, Thomas Hampson, Orchester Wiener Akademie, Martin Haselböck
Le Juif errantFranz Liszt, Thomas Hampson, Orchester Wiener Akademie, Martin Haselböck
Der Titan, S. 79/2Franz Liszt, Tomasz Konieczny, Orchester Wiener Akademie, Martin Haselböck, Chorus Viennensis