Franz Liszt's "Meditations" is a profound and contemplative journey through sacred choral works, masterfully transcribed for solo piano. Released on Hyperion in 1997, this album is part of the comprehensive series "Complete Piano Music" by Liszt, and it stands out as a testament to the composer's deep spiritual and musical insights. The album features intricate and evocative renditions of responsories and antiphons, originally composed for liturgical use, now transformed into deeply personal and introspective piano pieces.
Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 10 minutes, the album is divided into three main sections, each corresponding to different moments in the Christian liturgical calendar: the Nativity of the Lord, the Mass of the Lord's Supper, and Good Friday. Liszt's compositions capture the essence of these sacred texts, blending technical virtuosity with profound emotional depth. The pieces range from joyous celebrations of the Nativity to solemn reflections on the Passion of Christ, showcasing Liszt's ability to convey a wide spectrum of human emotions through his music.
This album is a must-listen for fans of classical piano and those seeking a deeper understanding of Liszt's spiritual and musical legacy. The intricate and expressive performances bring to life the timeless beauty of these sacred texts, making "Meditations" a significant addition to any classical music collection.
Tracks
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: I. In nativitate Domini: a. Responsorium 1 Versus. Gloria in excelsis DeoFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: I. In nativitate Domini: b. Responsorium 1 Gloria. Gloria PatriFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: I. In nativitate Domini: c. Responsorium 2 Versus. Hodie illuxitFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: I. In nativitate Domini: d. Responsorium 3 Versus. DiciteFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: I. In nativitate Domini: e. Responsorium 3 Gloria. Gloria PatriFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: I. In nativitate Domini: f. Responsorium 4 Versus. Ave Maria, gratia plenaFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: I. In nativitate Domini: g. Responsorium 5 Versus. Beata, quae crediditFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: I. In nativitate Domini: h. Responsorium 6 Versus. Benedicta tu in mulieribusFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: I. In nativitate Domini: i. Responsorium 6 Gloria. Gloria PatriFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: I. In nativitate Domini: j. Responsorium 7 Versus. Dies sanctificatusFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: I. In nativitate Domini: k. Responsorium 8 Versus. Omnia per ipsum facta SuntFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: I. In nativitate Domini: l. Responsorium 8 Gloria. Gloria PatriFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: II. Feria V in coena Domini: a. Responsorium 1. In monte OlivetiFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: II. Feria V in coena Domini: b. Responsorium 1 Versus. VigilateFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: II. Feria V in coena Domini: c. Responsorium 2. Tristis est anima meaFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: II. Feria V in coena Domini: d. Responsorium 2 Versus. Ecce appropinquatFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: II. Feria V in coena Domini: e. Responsorium 3. Ecce vidimusFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: II. Feria V in coena Domini: f. Responsorium 3 Versus. Vere languoresFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: II. Feria V in coena Domini: g. Responsorium 3 Reprise. Ecce vidimusFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: II. Feria V in coena Domini: h. Responsorium 4. Amicus meusFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: II. Feria V in coena Domini: i. Responsorium 4 Versus. Bonum erat eiFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: II. Feria V in coena Domini: j. Responsorium 5. Judas mercator pessimusFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: II. Feria V in coena Domini: k. Responsorium 5 Versus. Melius illi eratFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: II. Feria V in coena Domini: l. Responsorium 6. Unus ex discipulis meisFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: II. Feria V in coena Domini: m. Responsorium 6 Versus. Qui intingitFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: II. Feria V in coena Domini: n. Responsorium 6 Reprise. Unus ex discipulis meisFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: II. Feria V in coena Domini: o. Responsorium 7. Eram quasi agnusFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: II. Feria V in coena Domini: p. Responsorium 7 Versus. Omnes inimici meiFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: II. Feria V in coena Domini: q. Responsorium 8. Una hora non potuistisFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: II. Feria V in coena Domini: r. Responsorium 8 Versus. Quid dormitis?Franz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: II. Feria V in coena Domini: s. Responsorium 9. Seniores populiFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: II. Feria V in coena Domini: t. Responsorium 9 Versus. Collegerunt PontificesFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: II. Feria V in coena Domini: u. Responsorium 9 Reprise. Seniores populiFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: II. Feria V in coena Domini: v. Ad Benedictus Antiphona. Traditor autem dedit eis signumFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: III. Feria VI in Parasceve: a. Responsorium 1. Omnes amici meiFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: III. Feria VI in Parasceve: b. Responsorium 1 Versus. Inter iniquosFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: III. Feria VI in Parasceve: c. Responsorium 2. Velum templi scissum estFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: III. Feria VI in Parasceve: d. Responsorium 2 Versus. Petrae scissae suntFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: III. Feria VI in Parasceve: e. Responsorium 3. Vinea mea electaFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: III. Feria VI in Parasceve: f. Responsorium 3 Versus. Sepivi teFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: III. Feria VI in Parasceve: g. Responsorium 4. Tamquam ad latronemFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: III. Feria VI in Parasceve: h. Responsorium 4 Versus. Cumque iniecissentFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: III. Feria VI in Parasceve: i. Responsorium 5. Tenebrae factae suntFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: III. Feria VI in Parasceve: j. Responsorium 5 Versus. Exclamans JesusFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: III. Feria VI in Parasceve: k. Responsorium 6. Animam meam dilectamFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: III. Feria VI in Parasceve: l. Responsorium 6 Versus. Insurrexerunt in meFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: III. Feria VI in Parasceve: m. Responsorium 7. Tradiderunt meFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: III. Feria VI in Parasceve: n. Responsorium 7 Versus. Alieni insurrexeruntFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: III. Feria VI in Parasceve: o. Responsorium 8. Jesum tradiditFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Responsorien und Antiphonen, S. 30: III. Feria VI in Parasceve: p. Responsorium 8 Versus. Adduxerunt autem eumFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
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