Frederic Lamond was a pupil of Franz Liszt for the last year of the composer's life, starting in June 1885.
Performer Biography
At age 17, Frederic Lamond made his London debut in 1886, with critics praising his 'accuracy, fire, tone, and animation'.
Notable Performances
During Frederic Lamond's London debut recitals in 1886, Franz Liszt, his teacher, made an appearance during a group of his own works.
Performer Biography
Frederic Lamond, the pianist on this album, was born in Glasgow, Scotland, in 1868 and came from an impoverished family.
Performer Biography
Frederic Lamond's affinity for Beethoven was almost spiritual, considering Beethoven his "god" and the "creed of my life."
Critical Reception
A 1912 critic for The Times stated that when Frederic Lamond played Beethoven, they felt they had heard "the truth and nothing but the truth of Beethoven's music."
Recording & Production
This album presents Frederic Lamond's complete Liszt recordings, including no fewer than four versions of the concert étude 'Un sospiro'.
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