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Franz Liszt

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1849 - 1883

Franz Liszt's 'Work(s), Transcriptions from Wagner' is a collection of piano transcriptions of various works by Richard Wagner. The collection was composed between 1848 and 1882, with the individual transcriptions being premiered at various times throughout that period. The collection consists of ten transcriptions, each based on a different work by Wagner. The first transcription, "Isolde's Liebestod" from Tristan und Isolde, was composed in 1867 and premiered the following year. The second, "Spinnerlied" from Der fliegende Holländer, was composed in 1848 and premiered in 1852. The third, "Pilgrims' Chorus" from Tannhäuser, was composed in 1861 and premiered in 1862. The fourth, "Siegfried's Funeral March" from Götterdämmerung, was composed in 1876 and premiered the same year. The fifth, "Elsa's Bridal Procession" from Lohengrin, was composed in 1850 and premiered in 1853. The sixth, "Mild und leise" from Tristan und Isolde, was composed in 1875 and premiered the following year. The seventh, "Spinning Song" from Der fliegende Holländer, was composed in 1875 and premiered the same year. The eighth, "Liebestod" from Tristan und Isolde, was composed in 1865 and premiered in 1867. The ninth, "Wotan's Farewell and Magic Fire Music" from Die Walküre, was composed in 1875 and premiered the same year. The tenth and final transcription, "Fantasy on Themes from Rienzi," was composed in 1849 and premiered in 1853. The transcriptions are characterized by Liszt's virtuosic piano writing, which often requires the performer to play with great speed and dexterity. Liszt also incorporates elements of Wagner's orchestration into the piano writing, creating a rich and full sound that emulates the original works. The transcriptions are also notable for their emotional intensity, which captures the drama and passion of Wagner's music. Overall, 'Work(s), Transcriptions from Wagner' is a significant contribution to the piano repertoire, showcasing Liszt's skill as a composer and his admiration for Wagner's music. The collection remains popular among pianists and audiences today, and continues to be performed and recorded regularly.

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