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2 Légendes: Piano Solo

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2 Légendes: Piano Solo

2 Légendes: Piano Solo

By Franz Liszt / Ed. Emil von Sauer

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Liszt's 2 Legends are a pair of pieces written for solo piano in 1863, edited by Emil von Sauer. Contains St. Francis of Assisi's sermon to the birds and St. Francis of Paola walking on the waves.

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Series: Edition Peters
Publisher: Edition Peters
Page Count: 32
ISBN10: 0-577-08067-9
ISBN13: 979-0-577080-67-3
SKU: 98-EP7202

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About the Composer: Franz Liszt

Franz Liszt (1811-1886) was a Hungarian composer and pianist whose virtuosic innovations reshaped what the piano could express. He pioneered the symphonic poem, expanded harmonic language toward chromaticism, and created works that demanded technical mastery alongside deep interpretive insight. His influence on Romantic music extends across generations of composers and pianists.

Listzt's spiritual inclinations surfaced throughout his career, culminating in his minor orders in the Catholic Church in 1865, just two years after composing these Legends. His faith informed much of his late work, giving pieces like these a contemplative intensity alongside their technical demands.

Why we love this

Liszt's Legends belong in the repertoire of serious pianists seeking works that unite technical brilliance with genuine spiritual substance. The two pieces offer complementary moods and dramatic arcs, making them ideal for recital programming or as standalone concert moments. Emil von Sauer's edition provides reliable guidance through Liszt's complex textures and ambitious harmonic language.

What to expect

These pieces evoke the contemplative mystery of religious devotion through sound. Cascading passages and shimmering harmonies create an almost impressionistic atmosphere, while moments of stark harmonic boldness interrupt the reverie, reminding the listener of faith's dramatic power.

Who it's for

Advanced pianists with solid technical foundation and interest in the Romantic repertoire will find these pieces rewarding. Teachers seeking recital repertoire for accomplished students looking to move beyond standard concerto fare will appreciate the musical and spiritual depth here.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance melodic clarity against the lush harmonic backdrop; the bird-sermon imagery in the first legend calls for transparency in the upper voices while maintaining the piece's atmospheric weight.
  • Attend to Liszt's harmonic shifts as structural signposts rather than decorative moments. These chord progressions often mark emotional turning points and deserve deliberate voicing.
  • The second legend's imagery of walking on waves suggests long, singing phrases over rippling accompaniment. Resist chopping the accompaniment into mechanical patterns; let it breathe with the melody.
  • Explore the recorded performances of this edition alongside your own interpretive instincts. Sauer's editorial choices reflect performance practice from the piece's era.

How to use it

Pair these legends as a thematic mini-recital exploring Liszt's spiritual works, or place one legend as a dramatic centerpiece between lighter repertoire to showcase a pianist's interpretive range. Both pieces work well in memorial or sacred concert contexts without requiring formal religious framing.

Skills your students will build

  • Managing complex harmonic progressions and unconventional voice leading
  • Pedal technique for sustaining color across harmonic shifts
  • Balancing rhythmically independent hands in sectionally different textures
  • Building long musical phrases with narrative coherence
  • Interpreting Romantic-era editorial markings and performance conventions

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