Lovely classics

A masterpiece by Franz Liszt. Popular classical music.

Representative, Elysion Philharmonic Orchestrasai-kisaragi
Heisei College of Music, Composition Course. Studied composition and conducting under Keizo Ideta, piano under Chinami Kira, and arts management under Takuma Konishi. With a focus on community and music, I work to revitalize my hometown of Saga Prefecture. While performing as a double bassist with wind ensembles and orchestras across Kyushu, I participated on double bass in the “Orchestra Without Borders” orchestra camp of the professional game and anime music ensemble Eminence Orchestra, held in Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture in September 2012. During CAPCOM’s Kyushu Tour in 2016, I not only performed as an orchestra member but also served on the production staff. I currently serve as the managing representative for the game and anime performance groups Elysion Philharmonic Orchestra (Saga Prefecture) and Fukuoka Game Music Wind Orchestra (Fukuoka Prefecture), and handle conducting, arranging, and public relations.

We introduce the masterpieces of Franz Liszt, who was born in Hungary and was active across Europe, including Germany and Austria.

From the works of Liszt—renowned as a pianist and also a composer for famous pieces such as La Campanella and Liebesträume—we present recommended and representative masterpieces, including not only piano works but also symphonic pieces performed by orchestra.

Please enjoy the many wonderful masterpieces by this composer, known as the “Magician of the Piano” for the anecdote that he could sight-read and master any piece.

Franz Liszt’s masterpieces: Popular classical music (121–130)

Transcendental Études, S.139 No. 12 “Snowstorm”Franz Liszt

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Transcendental Études, S.139 No. 12 “Snowstorm”Franz Liszt

Transcendental Études, S.139, composed by Franz Liszt—the piano magician whose works demand exceptional virtuosity.

Among them, the piece regarded as the pinnacle of difficulty is No.

12, “Chasse-neige” (Snowstorm).

The quietly falling snow gradually gains force, erupting into a blinding blizzard! The lightning-fast repeated notes, executed with transcendental technique, evoke the unpredictable ferocity of nature.

Starting with “Chasse-neige,” Liszt’s études are all extraordinarily challenging works.

With more time spent at home during the winter, it might be a great opportunity to sit down and carefully practice them on the piano.

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“Whispers of the Forest,” No. 1 from Two Concert Études, S.145/R.6Franz Liszt

Liszt / Two Concert Etudes No. 1, “Waldesrauschen” (Forest Murmurs), S.145, R.6 / Rentaro Daidoji

“Whispers of the Forest,” No. 1 from Two Concert Études, S.145/R.6Franz Liszt

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A collection of piano pieces composed around the time Liszt moved to Rome and dedicated to his beloved pupil, Dionys Pruckner.

It consists of two pieces; the first, “Whispers of the Forest,” is notable for its graceful, airy melody reminiscent of leaves being carried off by the wind.

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In conclusion

How was it? Those were famous pieces by the Hungarian pianist Franz Liszt.

In 1831, Liszt was deeply impressed by a performance by Niccolò Paganini and set his sights on achieving transcendental virtuosity himself.

Renowned as a top-class pianist with anecdotes claiming he could sight-read and master any piece, he became known as the “Magician of the Piano.” While he performed throughout Europe, Liszt was also devoted to education.

He trained many students, including Hans von Bülow, who became a pioneering figure as the first dedicated conductor in the classical world.

In the process, Liszt also left behind a wealth of compositions that have been passed down to the present day.

Every one of his works is a masterpiece, so please keep listening to Liszt’s music!