A masterpiece by Franz Liszt. Popular classical music.

Transcendental Étude No. 4 “Mazeppa,” S.139/4, R.2bFranz Liszt

Miroslav Kultyshev – Mazeppa

Born in 1811, Liszt was known as a virtuoso pianist and enjoyed popularity throughout Europe.

This work, inspired by an epic poem by Victor Hugo, was completed in 1851.

Liszt first composed it at the age of fifteen and later revised it multiple times.

The protagonist’s fate, bound to a horse, is depicted through intense cascades of sound and tolling bells, gripping the listener’s heart.

Demanding advanced technique, this piece is recommended for piano enthusiasts and music students.

Experience a work brimming with Liszt’s passion and virtuosity.

Dante Symphony, S.109/R.426Franz Liszt

LISZT~Dante Symphony S.109 HD Complete *ft. Gustave Doré Scenic Storyline* Complete

Influenced by Dante, the Italian poet, this work is a grand symphony depicting Hell and Purgatory.

Completed in 1855 and premiered in Weimar in 1857, it uses intense orchestration to convey the horror and despair of Hell, then transforms in Purgatory into music filled with hope—an overwhelming experience.

Showcasing Liszt’s religious inquisitiveness and innovative musical expression, it is recommended for those who wish to take on the challenge of expressing literature through music.

It is one of the signature works of Franz Liszt, a master of Romantic music.

Years of Pilgrimage, Second Year: Italy — After Reading DanteFranz Liszt

Liszt : Après une lecture de Dante par Alexandre Kantorow (Années de pèlerinage)

First drafted in 1849, this work draws inspiration from Dante’s Divine Comedy.

From the outset, a scale progression featuring dissonances is employed, evoking the atmosphere of the abyss of Hell.

From the middle to the latter sections, beautiful melodies and dramatic developments are inserted, as if symbolizing the hope and light of Purgatory and Heaven, imparting sweeping dramatic contours to the entire piece.

Demanding advanced technique, this work is a showcase for the pianist’s skill: one must convey storm-like, intense emotions while naturally shaping the flow toward tranquility.

Liebesträume No. 3Franz Liszt

List: Liebesträume No. 3 / Kyohei Sorita

This celebrated work by Franz Liszt, renowned for the beauty of its melody, is widely loved and heard not only in concerts and recitals but also in films and television dramas.

Originally composed as a song, it was later arranged by Liszt himself for solo piano, and today it is more often performed as a piano piece.

Its romantic character makes it perfect for savoring a relaxing evening listen or for enjoying its beautiful melody at the keyboard.

It is said that Liszt’s personal romantic experiences are deeply reflected in this work.

Please take the time to appreciate its depth.

Etude of Supreme Virtuosity No. 5: Will-o’-the-WispFranz Liszt

Nobuyuki Tsujii / Liszt: Transcendental Études, No. 5 “Feux follets” (Will-o’-the-Wisps)

Among the works of Franz Liszt, known as the “magician of the piano,” this étude is particularly difficult.

Published in 1851, it takes as its theme the fantastical, elusive “Will-o’-the-Wisp,” and showcases Liszt’s trademark transcendental virtuosity throughout.

With rapid multi-note passages and arpeggios, wide-ranging leaps, and extensive shifts in register, it demands advanced technique from the pianist—but even more, it calls for delicate expressiveness.

Its otherworldly, elusive melody seems to lure listeners into another realm.

This piece is highly recommended not only for classical music enthusiasts but also for anyone who wants to experience the pinnacle of pianistic technique.

Years of Pilgrimage, Third Year, No. 3 ‘Funeral March’Franz Liszt

F.Liszt：Années de pèlerinage−Ⅲ S.163　No.6 “Marche funèbre”

Years of Pilgrimage, Third Year was composed during a period when Franz Liszt was in a profoundly troubled mental state.

One of its pieces was written as a tribute to Emperor Maximilian I of Mexico, who was executed by firing squad in 1867.

Do the solemn opening chords express anger and sorrow, while the final chords convey a sense of honoring the deceased? It is a work in which understanding the music and conveying its emotions are more challenging than the technical demands.

Imbued with Liszt’s deep grief and mourning, its serene and majestic character resonates profoundly with listeners.

Liebesträume No. 3: ‘O Lieb, so lang du lieben kannst’ S.541 / R.211Franz Liszt

Liszt / Liebesträume – Three Nocturnes No. 3 “O lieb, so lang du lieben kannst”

A three-piece piano work subtitled “Three Nocturnes.” The third piece is particularly famous and is a popular work often performed on its own.

It was originally composed as a song set to a poem by the German poet Freiligrath and later arranged for solo piano.

Its graceful, shimmering melody leaves a lasting impression.