Franz Liszt (1911)

Franz Liszt (1911) is a biography written by James Huneker that explores the life and work of the famous Hungarian composer, pianist, and conductor Franz Liszt. The book is a comprehensive account of Liszt's life, beginning with his childhood in Hungary and his early musical training, and continuing through his rise to fame as a virtuoso pianist and his later years as a composer and conductor.Huneker delves into Liszt's personal life, including his romantic relationships and his role as a father, as well as his musical influences and his contributions to the development of classical music. The book also explores Liszt's relationships with other famous composers and musicians of his time, including Richard Wagner and Hector Berlioz.Throughout the book, Huneker provides detailed analyses of Liszt's most famous works, including his piano compositions, orchestral works, and choral pieces. He also discusses Liszt's innovative approach to music, which included experimenting with new forms and techniques and incorporating elements of folk music and other cultural traditions into his compositions.Overall, Franz Liszt (1911) is a fascinating and informative biography that offers a comprehensive look at the life and work of one of the most influential figures in classical music history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.