Composed by Camille Saint-Saens
with Leslie Howard
2. Chants Polonais (6), transcription for piano (after Chopin Op. 74), S. 480 (LW A193) Zyczeni
Composed by Franz Liszt
with Leslie Howard
3. Chants Polonais (6), transcription for piano (after Chopin Op. 74), S. 480 (LW A193) Wiosna
Composed by Franz Liszt
with Leslie Howard
4. Chants Polonais (6), transcription for piano (after Chopin Op. 74), S. 480 (LW A193) Pierscien
Composed by Franz Liszt
with Leslie Howard
5. Chants Polonais (6), transcription for piano (after Chopin Op. 74), S. 480 (LW A193) Hulanka
Composed by Franz Liszt
with Leslie Howard
6. Chants Polonais (6), transcription for piano (after Chopin Op. 74), S. 480 (LW A193) No 5, My Joy
Composed by Franz Liszt
with Leslie Howard
7. Chants Polonais (6), transcription for piano (after Chopin Op. 74), S. 480 (LW A193) No 15, Narzeczony
Composed by Franz Liszt
with Leslie Howard
8. L'idée fixe, Andante amoroso for piano (after Berlioz, Symphonie Fantastique), S. 470a/1 (LW A16b)
Composed by Franz Liszt
with Leslie Howard
9. Overture des Francs-Juges, transcription for piano (after Berlioz Op. 3), S. 471 (LW A31)
Composed by Franz Liszt
with Leslie Howard
10. Marche des pèlerins de la Sinfonie Harold en Italie (I & II), transcription for piano (after Berlioz), S. 473 (LW A29)
Composed by Franz Liszt
with Leslie Howard
11. Valse des Sylphes de La Damnation of Faust, for piano (after Berlioz), S. 475 (LW A205)
Composed by Franz Liszt
with Leslie Howard
12. Overture du Roi Lear, transcription for piano (after Berlioz), S. 474 (LW A30)
Composed by Franz Liszt
with Leslie Howard
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ASIN: B000002ZLY Release Date: 1993-11-16 |
Tracks:
- Danse Macabre
- Six Chants Polonais: Zyczenie
- Six Chants Polonais: Wiosna
- Six Chants Polonais: Pierscien
- Six Chants Polonais: Hulanka
- Six Chants Polonais: Moja pieszczotka
- Six Chants Polonais: Narzeczony
- L'Idee Fixe: Andante amoroso d'apres une melodie de Berlioz
- Ouverture des Francs-Juges
- Marche des Pelerins: Chantant la priere du soir
- Valse des Sylphes
- Ouverture du Roi Lear
Customer Reviews:
Striking and richly played.......2006-09-07
Liszt's piano transcription of Saint-Saens' "Danse Macabre" is a superlative effort, demonstrating not just Saint-Saens compositional genius, but Liszt's transcribing abilities of the highest degree. This piece played on piano evokes the same images from the orchestral symphonic poem: dancing skeletons, cold winds, and an almost impish atmosphere like something from a Mephisto Waltz. I actually prefer Arnaldo Cohen's superbly chilling interpretation on the Naxos label, but Howard is no slacker either.
Chopin's Op. 74, the seventeen polish songs are not well known at all. Liszt's "Six Chants Polonais" are therefore a blessing. I'm glad Liszt transcribed them to perhaps popularize them as individual piano pieces without voice. All of these are delightful pieces, typical of Chopin's lyricism. They sound remarkable on piano and I feel they translate even better through Liszt's fingers; I listened to the actual original songs and for some reason I always miss Liszt's transcriptions. For those unfamiliar with these, "The Maiden's Wish," "Spring," "My Joys" and of course the phenomenal "Homeward" are the musical rubies here. Howard plays with the perfect combination of refined touch, graceful tempo, and the flare of Chopin's fury when needed. Just listen to the "Homeward" piece: short and tempestuous, but it speaks volumes with Liszt's transcription and under Howard's fingers.
Half of this disc consists of Berlioz transcriptions and they were my main reason for buying this. I also think they out-class the Saint-Saens and Chopin transcriptions preceeding them. The "L'Idee Fixe" is a heart-wrenching repose of serenity, a piece actually *composed* by Liszt based off of Berlioz' 'Symphonie Fantastique.' The rest of the works featured on this disc are transcriptions of the highest caliber. Take the Overture from "Les Francs-Juges." What an incredible and colossal work of tremendous music. Under Liszt's pianistic achievement, you can some of the richest harmonies and sounds from the piano. Strap yourself in for an engrossing and heaven-storming 13 minutes. Following this is the Beethoven-like "Marche des Pelerins" from Berlioz' 'Harold en Italie.' Liszt's sensible transcription is a splendid showcase of the dynamics and tension that can be suspended in the midst of a relatively quiet piece. The entire work floats with a mysterious tranquillity and is certainly original music from Berlioz. "Valse des Sylphes" from the 'La Damnation de Faust' is an exquisite transcription with a more calm and nocturnal inspiration.
However, the subsequent and final transcription is an epic and grand finale to the wonderful CD. Music of the sublime, the dramatic, and the most pleasing harmonies can be found here. At times it whirls and speaks like the triumphant heroism and undeniable tension found in Beethoven's music. The first 4 or so minutes engage in the most beautiful music I've heard from Berlioz. Obviously Liszt does the music justice on the piano. Progressing into new worlds, the work clashes and drives itself through some rich harmonies and incredible virtuosic displays. At 16 minutes, the piece packs a punch (how's that alliteration?). Berlioz is truly a genius and a master with melodic music material (wow I'm on a roll). And I'm once again in awe at Liszt's astounding abilities. The way he transfers the orchestral effects, the layers of sound and the tones of the instruments to piano is mystifying and ultimately amazing. Also, I think his promotion of such music through his transcriptions is clear testament to how much he understood and could distinguish the masterpieces of his time.
Bottom line: With 59 or more recordings in Leslie Howard's Hyperion series of Liszt's music, this is surely ranking in the top 10. Berlioz' unbelievably original and captivating music is only enhanced and enthroned to a higher status with Liszt's outstanding transcriptions. Additionally, you also get a great interpretation (with so few out there) of the Chopin and Saint-Saens transcription(s). Highly Recommended!
Berlioz-Liszt and Howard: We couldn't wish for more.......2003-02-24
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