Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Franz Liszt's "Art in Music" - Great Classical Composers, a captivating collection of classical piano masterpieces set for release on March 20, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label. Spanning a generous 1 hour and 53 minutes, this album is a testament to Liszt's virtuosity and enduring influence on the classical music landscape.
The tracklist is a rich tapestry of compositions, blending Liszt's own works with his transcriptions of other great composers. It opens with "The London Sketchbook," a series of pieces that showcase Liszt's ability to evoke a sense of place and atmosphere through music. The album also features some of Liszt's most celebrated works, such as the "Études d'exécution transcendante," which are renowned for their technical difficulty and musical depth.
Liszt's transcriptions of Schubert's "Schwanengesang" and Beethoven's "Bagatelles" demonstrate his remarkable skill in reimagining existing works. The album also includes some of Liszt's lesser-known pieces, such as the "Consolations" and "Années de pèlerinage," which offer a more introspective and lyrical contrast to the virtuosic showpieces.
Throughout the album, Liszt's unique voice as a composer and pianist shines through. His ability to blend technical brilliance with profound emotional expression is evident in every piece. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Art in Music" - Great Classical Composers offers a rich and rewarding listening experience that highlights the enduring appeal of Franz Liszt's music.
Tracks
The London Sketchbook, K. 15a-ss (Orch. Smith): [Adagio] in E-Flat Major, K. 15mmWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
7 Bagatelles, Op. 33: No. 1 in E-Flat Major. Andante grazioso, quasi allegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Steven Osborne
12 Etudes d'exécution transcendante, S. 139: No. 1, Prélude (Presto)Franz Liszt, Alice Sara Ott
11 Bagatelles, Op. 119: III. à l'Allemande - Live at Historische Stadthalle Wuppertal / 2019Ludwig van Beethoven, Grigory Sokolov
11 Bagatelles, Op. 119: IV. Andante cantabile - Live at Historische Stadthalle Wuppertal / 2019Ludwig van Beethoven, Grigory Sokolov
7 Bagatelles, Op. 33: No. 3 in F Major. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Steven Osborne
12 Études d'exécution transcendante, S. 139: No. 2 Molto vivaceFranz Liszt, Daniil Trifonov
6 Bagatelles, Op. 126: No. 3 in E-Flat Major. AndanteLudwig van Beethoven, Steven Osborne
The London Sketchbook, K. 15a-ss (Orch. Smith): [Cotillon. Allegro] in B-Flat Major, K. 15ggWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Années de pèlerinage: 1e année: Suisse, S.160: 7. EglogueFranz Liszt, Misha Dichter
The London Sketchbook, K. 15a-ss (Orch. Smith): [Maestoso] in C Major, K. 15bWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
The London Sketchbook, K. 15a-ss (Orch. Smith): [Allegro non troppo] in G Minor, K. 15pWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
The London Sketchbook, K. 15a-ss (Orch. Smith): [Siciliana. Andantino] in D Minor, K. 15uWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
The London Sketchbook, K. 15a-ss (Orch. Smith): [Gigue] in C Minor, K. 15zWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Grand Duo concertant S.128: Finale. Animato marzialeFranz Liszt, Gidon Kremer, Oleg Maisenberg
Schwanengesang, S.560 - piano transcriptions after Schubert: No.1 LiebesbotschaftFranz Liszt, Misha Dichter
Piano Sonata in B Minor, S. 178: b. Allegro energicoFranz Liszt, Seong-Jin Cho
The London Sketchbook, K. 15a-ss (Orch. Smith): [Minuet] in E-Flat Major, K. 15cc - [Trio] in A-Flat Major, K. 15ffWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
7 Bagatelles, Op. 33: No. 2 in C Major. Scherzo. Allegro – TrioLudwig van Beethoven, Steven Osborne
The London Sketchbook, K. 15a-ss (Orch. Smith): [March. Andantino] in D Major, K. 15oWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
The London Sketchbook, K. 15a-ss (Orch. Smith): [Contredanse] in F Major, K. 15hWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
7 Bagatelles, Op. 33: No. 4 in A Major. AndanteLudwig van Beethoven, Steven Osborne
The London Sketchbook, K. 15a-ss (Orch. Smith): [Minuet] in A Major, K. 15i - [Trio] in A Minor, K. 15kWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
The London Sketchbook, K. 15a-ss (Orch. Smith): [Minuet] in F Major, K. 15fWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
The London Sketchbook, K. 15a-ss (Orch. Smith): [Allegro] in F Major, K. 15aWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
The London Sketchbook, K. 15a-ss (Orch. Smith): [Andante] in B-Flat Major, K. 15qWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Années de pèlerinage: 2ème année: Italie, S.161: 3. Canzonetta del Salvator RosaFranz Liszt, Pascal Rogé
Grand Duo concertant S.128: Variation IIFranz Liszt, Gidon Kremer, Oleg Maisenberg
The London Sketchbook, K. 15a-ss (Orch. Smith): Presto in B-Flat Major, K. 15llWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Bagatelle in B-Flat Major, WoO 60Ludwig van Beethoven, Steven Osborne
11 Bagatelles, Op. 119: IX. Vivace moderato - Live at Historische Stadthalle Wuppertal / 2019Ludwig van Beethoven, Grigory Sokolov
7 Bagatelles, Op. 33: No. 5 in C Major. Allegro ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Steven Osborne
Allegretto in B Minor, WoO 61Ludwig van Beethoven, Steven Osborne
The London Sketchbook, K. 15a-ss (Orch. Smith): [Allegro] in F Major, K. 15tWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Schlaflos! Frage und Antwort, S.203Franz Liszt, Alfred Brendel
The London Sketchbook, K. 15a-ss (Orch. Smith): [Notturno. Andantino] in D Major, K. 15bbWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Grand Duo concertant S.128: AndantinoFranz Liszt, Gidon Kremer, Oleg Maisenberg
Allegretto quasi andante in G Minor, WoO 61aLudwig van Beethoven, Steven Osborne
6 Consolations, S. 172: No. 4 in D flat major (Quasi adagio)Franz Liszt, Nelson Freire
6 Bagatelles, Op. 126: No. 5 in G Major. Quasi allegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Steven Osborne
The London Sketchbook, K. 15a-ss (Orch. Smith): [Allegro] in G Minor, K. 15rWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
The London Sketchbook, K. 15a-ss (Orch. Smith): [Contredanse. Allegro] in A Major, K. 15lWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
11 Bagatelles, Op. 119: VI. Andante - Allegretto leggiermente - Live at Historische Stadthalle Wuppertal / 2019Ludwig van Beethoven, Grigory Sokolov
6 Bagatelles, Op. 126: No. 4 in B Minor. PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Steven Osborne
The London Sketchbook, K. 15a-ss (Orch. Smith): [Andante] in A-Flat Major, K. 15ddWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Consolations, S. 172: No. 1 in E Major. Andante con motoFranz Liszt, Daniel Barenboim
Für Elise, Bagatelle in A Minor, WoO 59Ludwig van Beethoven, Steven Osborne
The London Sketchbook, K. 15a-ss (Orch. Smith): [Allegro] in F Major, K. 15vWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
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