Composer

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Franz Liszt

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Symphony

Compose Date

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1863 - 1864

Publication Date

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1865

Average_duration

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68:45

Movement_count

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5

Movement ....

Franz Liszt's "Symphonies de Beethoven No. 9, for piano in D minor, S. 464/9" is a transcription of Beethoven's Ninth Symphony for solo piano. Liszt composed this work in 1865, and it premiered in the same year in Weimar, Germany. The transcription consists of four movements, just like the original symphony. The first movement, "Allegro ma non troppo, un poco maestoso," is a powerful and dramatic opening that sets the tone for the entire piece. Liszt's transcription captures the grandeur and intensity of the original, with its sweeping arpeggios and thunderous chords. The second movement, "Molto vivace," is a scherzo that features a lively and playful melody. Liszt's transcription retains the energy and humor of the original, with its rapid-fire runs and sparkling trills. The third movement, "Adagio molto e cantabile," is a slow and lyrical section that showcases Beethoven's gift for melody. Liszt's transcription captures the beauty and emotional depth of the original, with its delicate phrasing and rich harmonies. The final movement, "Presto - Allegro assai - Choral finale," is perhaps the most famous part of the Ninth Symphony. It features a stirring choral setting of Friedrich Schiller's "Ode to Joy," which celebrates the brotherhood of all humanity. Liszt's transcription captures the majesty and power of this section, with its thunderous chords and soaring melodies. Overall, Liszt's "Symphonies de Beethoven No. 9" is a masterful transcription that captures the essence of Beethoven's original work. It showcases Liszt's virtuosity as a pianist and his skill as a composer, and it remains a beloved piece in the classical piano repertoire.

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