Immerse yourself in the virtuosic world of Franz Liszt with this captivating album, released on January 1, 1991, by Decca Music Group Ltd. This collection showcases Liszt's extraordinary talent and his profound influence on the classical piano repertoire. The album features two of his most celebrated piano concertos, the Piano Concerto No. 1 in E flat and the Piano Concerto No. 2 in A, each a masterpiece of romantic composition. The concertos are performed with brilliance and precision, highlighting Liszt's innovative use of harmony and his ability to create deeply expressive melodies. The album also includes the enchanting "Fantasia on Hungarian Folk Tunes," a piece that blends traditional Hungarian melodies with Liszt's distinctive style, and the dramatic "Totentanz," a paraphrase on the "Dies Irae" that showcases Liszt's flair for the dramatic and his mastery of the piano. With a total runtime of 1 hour and 8 minutes, this album is a testament to Liszt's enduring legacy and his unparalleled contributions to classical music. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
Fantasia on Hungarian Folk tunes, S.123Franz Liszt, Jean-Yves Thibaudet, Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal, Charles Dutoit
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E flat, S.124: 1. Allegro maestosoFranz Liszt, Jean-Yves Thibaudet, Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal, Charles Dutoit
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E flat, S.124: 2a. Quasi adagioFranz Liszt, Jean-Yves Thibaudet, Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal, Charles Dutoit
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E flat, S.124: 3. Allegretto vivaceFranz Liszt, Jean-Yves Thibaudet, Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal, Charles Dutoit
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E flat, S.124: 4. Allegro marziale animatoFranz Liszt, Jean-Yves Thibaudet, Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal, Charles Dutoit
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A, S.125: 1. Adagio sostenuto assai - Allegro agitato assaiFranz Liszt, Jean-Yves Thibaudet, Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal, Charles Dutoit
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A, S.125: 2. Allegro moderatoFranz Liszt, Jean-Yves Thibaudet, Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal, Charles Dutoit
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A, S.125: 3. Allegro deciso - Marziale un poco meno allegroFranz Liszt, Jean-Yves Thibaudet, Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal, Charles Dutoit
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A, S.125: 4. Allegro animatoFranz Liszt, Jean-Yves Thibaudet, Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal, Charles Dutoit
Totentanz, S.126. Paraphrase on "Dies Irae"for piano and orchestraFranz Liszt, Jean-Yves Thibaudet, Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal, Charles Dutoit