Description

Liszt Ferenc - Wagner Transcriptions: Rienzi; Tannhäuser - Endre Hegedüs (piano) / Hungaroton LP Stereo 1987

SLPD 12797

Product Details:

Title: Liszt Ferenc - Wagner Transcriptions: Rienzi; Tannhäuser
Label: Hungaroton – SLPD 12797
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Country: Hungary
Released: 1987
Genre: Classical
Style: Romantic

Product Overview:

Dive into the Romantic interpretations of Franz Liszt's piano transcriptions of Richard Wagner's operas Rienzi and Tannhäuser, performed by the talented pianist Endre Hegedüs. This 1987 Hungaroton release showcases Hegedüs' virtuosity and sensitivity, bringing Liszt's dynamic arrangements vividly to life.

Key Features:

Tannhäuser:
- Ouverture (Konzertparaphrase) S.442: Experience Liszt's transformative approach to Wagner's Tannhäuser Overture, a 17-minute tour de force of piano virtuosity.
- "O Du Mein Holder Abendstern" (S.444): Delight in the romantic Recitative and Romance from Tannhäuser, beautifully interpreted by Hegedüs.
- "Einzug Der Gäste Auf Der Wartburg" (S.445a): Feel the grandeur of Wagner's Entry of the Guests on the Wartburg brought to life through Liszt's intricate transcription.
- "Pilgerchor" (S.443): Enjoy Liszt's rendition of the Pilgrims' Chorus from Tannhäuser, capturing its spiritual essence on the piano.
Rienzi:
- "Phantasiestück Über Motive Aus Rienzi" (S.439): Immerse yourself in Liszt's Fantasy on the Themes from Rienzi, where he transforms Wagner's themes into a captivating piano fantasy.