Description

Liszt - Légendes; Cantico Delsoldi San Francesco; B-A-C-H Fantasia and Fugue; Scherzo And March - Jenö Jandó / Hungaroton Audio CD 1988 Stereo

HCD12769

Manufactured by Sanyo in Japan

Label: Hungaroton – HCD 12769
Format: CD, Album, Stereo
Country: Hungary
Released: 1988
Genre: Classical
Manufactured By: Sanyo, Japan

Overview:

This 1988 Hungaroton CD features a masterful performance of Franz Liszt's evocative and technically demanding piano works by renowned pianist Jenö Jandó. The album presents a selection of Liszt’s most celebrated pieces, showcasing the composer’s romantic expressiveness and virtuosic flair.

Légendes S.175 offers a profound exploration of Liszt's programmatic style, with pieces inspired by the life and miracles of Saint Francis. The Cantico Del Sol Di San Francesco adds a spiritual dimension, reflecting the saint’s reverence for nature. The B-A-C-H Fantasia and Fugue is a striking homage to J.S. Bach, demonstrating Liszt's intricate counterpoint and innovation. Finally, the Scherzo and March brings a lively, rhythmic energy to the collection.

Jenö Jandó’s interpretation brings a rich, dynamic quality to Liszt’s works, delivering both the technical precision and emotional depth required by these compositions.

Track Listing:

Légendes S.175:Cantico Del Sol Di San Francesco – 10:48
- St. Francis Of Assisi Preaching To The Birds – 9:46
- St. Francis Of Paola Walking On The Water – 9:05
Scherzo And March – 12:43
Fantasia And Fugue On The Theme B-A-C-H – 12:38

Interesting Facts:

Légendes showcases Liszt’s fascination with Saint Francis of Assisi, combining his rich harmonic language with programmatic storytelling.
The Cantico Del Sol Di San Francesco is a musical depiction of Saint Francis’s Canticle of the Sun, reflecting Liszt’s deep spirituality.
Liszt's B-A-C-H Fantasia and Fugue is a tribute to J.S. Bach, incorporating elements of Bach’s compositional style into Liszt’s own innovative approach.
Jenö Jandó is celebrated for his interpretations of Liszt’s piano works, known for his expressive playing and technical prowess.