05. Conz, Bernhard "Konzert f?r Klavier und Orchester Nr. 2 A-Dur S 125"
06. Conz, Bernhard "Ungarische Fantasie f?r Klavier und Orchester S 123"
07. Cattini, Umberto "Totentanz (Paraphrase ?ber Dies irae) S 126 (f?r Klavier und Orchester)"
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Gyorgy Cziffra Live 1958/ 1960
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Labelcode IDIS6616.2
"György Cziffra spielt Franz Liszt" on CD presents the legendary Hungarian-French virtuoso at his incandescent best, dedicated entirely to the music of Franz Liszt. This recording brings together some of Liszt's most dazzling and emotionally charged works, interpreted with Cziffra's trademark combination of volcanic power, effortless technique and poetic inwardness. Listeners can expect a wide spectrum of Liszt's expressive universe: from introspective, lyrical pages to thunderous, orchestral keyboard writing, captured in vivid sound that highlights both the brilliance and the depth of the music. The participation of collaborators such as Vernizzi, Conz, Cattini and the Orch. della RAI adds orchestral color and scale to the program, contrasting soloistic bravura with symphonic breadth. The album is ideal for collectors of historical piano recordings as well as for newcomers who want to experience Liszt's pianistic fireworks in interpretations that have long been regarded as reference points.
György Cziffra (1921-1994) is widely celebrated as one of the greatest Liszt interpreters of the 20th century. Known for his phenomenal virtuosity, blazing octaves and fearless tempos, he also possessed a remarkable sense of rubato, color and phrasing that lifted Liszt's scores far beyond mere display. Cziffra's life story--marked by hardship, war and later triumph on the international stage--infuses his playing with an unmistakable intensity and authenticity. His legendary recordings of Liszt's Hungarian Rhapsodies and concertos have influenced generations of pianists and continue to be reissued and admired worldwide. This CD documents that unique blend of technical transcendence and emotional urgency that made Cziffra a cult figure among piano lovers.
The label Idis is known for carefully curated reissues and high-quality restorations of important historical recordings, with a particular focus on classical repertoire. Rather than flooding the market, Idis tends to present thoughtfully assembled albums that make key performances by major artists accessible again in modern, well-remastered form. Their work preserves the character and atmosphere of the original tapes while enhancing clarity and listening comfort, allowing a new audience to experience great interpretations from the past. With "György Cziffra spielt Franz Liszt," Idis offers a distinctive window into the golden age of piano virtuosity, maintaining both musical integrity and audiophile care.
Concerto
3.384
- Accordion 6- Bassoon 18- Bugle 35- Cello 200- Clarinet 62- Double Bass 8- Early Instrum. 11- Flute 84- Guitar 28- Harp 17- Harpsichord 26- Lute 4- Mandolin 4- Oboe 45- Organ 34- Other Concerto 9- Other Concerto 1.298- Percussion 7- Piano 727- Recorder 18- Saxophone 19- Solo Instruments 33- Trombone 15- Trumpet 85- Tuba 9- Viola 23- Violin 559Other Classic 3.446Symphonic Music 14.529
