Liszt developed his piano style and persona based on the virtuoso violinist Niccolò Paganini, whom he first heard in 1831.
Composer Biography
Under the influence of Princess Carolyne zu Sayn-Wittgenstein, Liszt abandoned concert touring in 1847 to focus on composing, conducting, and promoting new German music.
Performer Biography
Sergio Gallo has received critical acclaim for his recordings, including a Global Music Award of Excellence in 2011 for his album 'Mostly Villa-Lobos: 20th Century Piano Music from the Americas'.
Composer Biography
Franz Liszt, a child prodigy, was brought to the attention of Beethoven by his teacher Carl Czerny in Vienna.
Composer Biography
Liszt's concerts were so popular that audiences were gripped by a phenomenon known as 'Lisztomania'.
Performer Biography
Sergio Gallo, the pianist on this album, is a Steinway Artist who specializes in Romantic repertoire and has championed the work of Brazilian composers from his home country.
Composer's Artistic Vision
The Roman Catholic religion was always significant in Liszt's worldview and became a dominant force in his compositions during his later years.
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