Franz Liszt's "Liszt Complete Piano Music, Vol. 15: Beethoven Symphonies Nos. 2 & 5" is a captivating journey through the genius of Ludwig van Beethoven, as interpreted by the virtuoso pianist Franz Liszt. Released on December 2, 1999, under the Naxos label, this album showcases Liszt's remarkable transcriptions of Beethoven's Symphony No. 2 in D Major and Symphony No. 5 in C Minor. The album spans a total duration of 1 hour and 7 minutes, offering a rich and immersive listening experience.
Liszt's transcriptions are renowned for their technical brilliance and artistic depth, bringing Beethoven's orchestral masterpieces to life on the piano with astonishing clarity and expressiveness. The album begins with the lively and energetic Symphony No. 2, featuring its iconic first movement, "Adagio molto - Allegro con brio," followed by the serene "Larghetto," the playful "Scherzo. Allegro," and the exhilarating "Allegro molto." The second half of the album is dedicated to Beethoven's monumental Symphony No. 5, starting with the famous four-note motif in the "Allegro con brio," continuing through the introspective "Andante con moto," the dynamic "Scherzo," and culminating in the triumphant "Allegro."
This volume is part of the comprehensive "Liszt Complete Piano Music" series, which aims to present Liszt's entire piano repertoire in meticulous detail. For classical music enthusiasts and those eager to explore the intricate world of piano transcriptions, this album offers a profound and rewarding experience, highlighting the enduring legacy of both Beethoven and Liszt.
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