The title of this album, one might argue, could easily describe Liszt's life. Fortunately for listeners, Liszt channeled his fervor and energy into composing virtuosic music for the piano. This double CD album features an all-star cast of some of the world's greatest pianists. Asking someone to choose the best pieces on the album is like asking someone to choose his or her favorite child or candy; however, there are a number of pieces that especially stand out on this overall wonderful array of compositions. The dark bass ...
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The title of this album, one might argue, could easily describe Liszt's life. Fortunately for listeners, Liszt channeled his fervor and energy into composing virtuosic music for the piano. This double CD album features an all-star cast of some of the world's greatest pianists. Asking someone to choose the best pieces on the album is like asking someone to choose his or her favorite child or candy; however, there are a number of pieces that especially stand out on this overall wonderful array of compositions. The dark bass begins Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2 with great majesty, and one can sense that Lang Lang is playing the piano with his whole body. His youthful energy makes the piece sparkle, makes the passages chase one another. Martha Argerich's Hungarian Rhapsody No. 6 lilts and waltzes; one wants to dance and pause with her perfect rubatos. The all-too-familiar Mendelssohn wedding march is performed here as most people have never heard it done before: Liszt has taken the composition and made it his...
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Franz Liszt. Poor. Used-Acceptable, withdrawn library disc(s) with liner notes. Disc(s) should play great without any playback issues. Disc(s) & liner notes may contain typical library markings like stickers, protective label covers, & writing. Discs may be repackaged in library style casing. Back artwork & any other promo material not included.
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Fair. Ex-Library rental. Disc(s) are professionally cleaned and may contain only light scratches that do not effect functionality. Includes disc(s), case, and artwork. May be missing booklet. Disc(s), case, and artwork may contain library/security stickers and ink writing. ARTWORK IS UNORIGINAL AND PRINTED BY LIBRARY. Case and artwork may show some wear. Case may not be an original jewel case. All disc(s) are authentic.
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Very good. Providing great media since 1972. All used discs are inspected and guaranteed. Cases may show some wear. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
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Very good. Providing great media since 1972. All used discs are inspected and guaranteed. Cases may show some wear. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!