Minsoo Sohn: Liszt

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Liszt

The Hungarian composer Franz Liszt transcribed other composer’s works as part of his typically fiery and multifarious self-investigations. In varied guises and identities, Liszt penetrated the music of his great predecessors, usually showing more love than respect. Sometimes he adulated his musical forebears, but other transcriptions sound like attempts to supersede or improve upon past composers.

“These special pieces are a tribute to four great composers by quite possibly the greatest pianist ever: Franz Liszt,” says Sohn. “His transcriptions display the untouchable originality of each composer, but with a driving force aimed squarely at the listener's heart. I have always felt that if I keep the spirit of this great music in my own heart, I can continue life as a pianist.”

Program
Bach / Liszt	Prelude and Fugue in A minor
Liszt	Grande études de Paganini S. 141
Beethoven / Liszt	Adelaïde Op. 46 S. 466
Mozart / Liszt	Réminiscences de Don Juan S. 418

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