Letters of Franz Liszt -- Volume 1 by Franz Liszt

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Author Liszt, Franz, 1811-1886
Compiler La Mara, 1837-1927
Translator Bache, Constance, 1846-1903
Title Letters of Franz Liszt -- Volume 1
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Note Reading ease score: 66.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits This etext was produced by John Mamoun with the Online Distributed Proofreading Team of Charles Franks.
Summary "Letters of Franz Liszt -- Volume 1" by Franz Liszt is a collection of personal correspondence written during the early to mid-19th century. This volume encapsulates the thoughts, experiences, and sentiments of the renowned Hungarian composer and pianist as he navigates his career, relationships, and artistic endeavors. The letters provide an intimate glimpse into Liszt's sophisticated personality, his encounters with various figures in the music world, and his reflections on art and life. The opening of this volume introduces the reader to Liszt's multifaceted life through his communications, which range from heartfelt gratitude to professional updates. In a letter to his beloved mentor Carl Czerny, Liszt expresses remorse for his lack of communication while sharing his successes and aspirations in the musical realm. He reflects on recent performances and seeks Czerny’s guidance on promoting new concertos. Other letters in this section touch upon Liszt’s busy teaching schedule, his influential friendships with luminaries like Chopin and Schumann, and his plans for future musical conversations and collaborations. Overall, the opening sets the tone for a richly detailed portrait of a composer deeply engaged in both his art and the lives of those around him. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class ML: Music: Literature of music
Subject Liszt, Franz, 1811-1886 -- Correspondence
Subject Composers -- Hungary -- Correspondence
Category Text
EBook-No. 3689
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 8, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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