How did Beethoven influence Liszt?

On becoming a concert pianist, Liszt was the first person who performed Beethoven’s piano sonatas in public and eventually elevated the genre of the sonata into the concert repertory. Liszt’s “authority” on Beethoven led him to complete an edition of Beethoven’s thirty-two piano sonatas in 1857.

Was Liszt the greatest pianist of all time?

When you take into account Liszt’s musical ability, musicianship, technique and influence, I would say almost definitely yes, he was the greatest pianist ever. During his lifetime he was universally acknowledged as the greatest pianist in the world. Even people who didn’t like him or his music recognised his greatness.

Why is Liszt a genius?

Franz Liszt combined sensational keyboard prowess, trailblazing creative inspiration, irresistible sex appeal, and an insatiable love of life. Put it all together and you get a complex genius with the charismatic force of a musical tornado. Franz Liszt was the greatest piano virtuoso the world has ever known.

Who is the greatest concert pianist of all time?

The 20 Greatest Pianists of all time

• Krystian Zimerman (b.
• Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli (1920-95), Italian.
• Martha Argerich (b.
• Emil Gilels (1916-1985), Russian.
• Artur Schnabel (1882-1951), Austrian.
• Dinu Lipatti (1917-50), Romanian.
• Alfred Cortot (1877-1962), Swiss/French.
• Sviatoslav Richter (1915-97), Russian.

Did Franz Liszt have a wife?

Liszt and Madame d’Agoult lived together for four years, mainly in Switzerland and Italy, though Liszt made occasional visits to Paris.

Did Liszt break pianos?

Breaking piano strings Liszt was such an intense piano player – loud enough to fill a recital hall on his own – that he would break piano strings while playing. Granted pianos in the 1800s weren’t as strong as modern pianos, but you have to credit the guy with wild and raw enthusiasm.

Was Franz Liszt a showman?

Franz Liszt (1811-1886) was a celebrated composer and pianist, but at his peak, he was also regarded as a premiere showman. He enjoyed being a celebrity, and as long as attention was on him, he made sure to act the part.