No complete edition of Liszt's works exists, and many of his compositions, particularly his songs, remain unpublished and are only accessible in archives worldwide.
Performer Biography
Baritone Andrè Schuen grew up trilingually in South Tyrol, speaking Ladin, Italian, and German, a versatility reflected in his vocal repertoire.
Composer Biography
Franz Liszt was known not only as a composer and virtuoso, but also for his extensive social commitment, including numerous benefit concerts for those in need and talented young musicians.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Liszt's settings of Petrarch's sonnets reflect a never-ending quest, similar to Petrarch's unrequited love for Laura, with Liszt continually modifying his compositions.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Liszt's love for multiple countries, nations, and languages made him a global phenomenon without borders.
Compositional Technique
Liszt often created multiple versions of the same work, sometimes two, three, or even more, which is an unusual practice in music history.
Compositional Technique
In the case of the Petrarch Sonnets, Liszt made major modifications in his different versions, often creating completely new music rather than just slight variations.
Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau sings Gustav Mahler (Des Knaben Wunderhorn, Lieder eines fahrenden Gesellen, Rückert-Lieder und Lieder und Gesänge aus der Jugendzeit) , Daniel Barenboim, Piano
