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Liszt Ferenc: biography of the genius pianist and composer

The musical genius of Hungary, Liszt Ferenc, is known for his multifaceted and vibrant personality. The amazing talent of this enthusiast was manifested not only in the creation of works, but also expressed in other forms. A talented pianist, music critic and conductor, he also actively participated in public activities, and his desire for novelty, freshness and vitality brought qualitative changes to the musical art of that period.

Liszt Ferenc was born in 1811 in the family of an amateur musician. From a young age he fell in love with folk Hungarian and Gypsy songs, which had a great influence on the development of his talent and left an imprint on creativity. Liszt received his first music lessons from his father and at the age of 9 he was already speaking publicly in several cities in Hungary.

In order to continue studying music, Ferenc went to Vienna with his father in 1820, where he takes private lessons. At the age of 11, Liszt wrote the first work - Variations for the Waltz of Diabelli. The unsuccessful entry into the Paris Conservatoire in 1823 (he was not accepted because of foreign origin) did not break the young genius, and he continued private education. And soon he conquered Paris and London with his virtuosic performances. During this time, Franz Liszt wrote many piano pieces and one serious opera piece.

In 1827 his father died, and Liszt continued his self-study and toured extensively. The formation of his world outlook and ethical convictions was influenced by the revolutionary events of the 1930s, which were reflected in some of his symphonies. Liszt Ferenc spoke with many celebrities, who also influenced their art on the formation of his artistic ideals. So, getting to know Hugo, Chopin, Berlioz and Paganini, these outstanding personalities, made Liszt perfect and train his skills.

Ferenc, in addition to musical works, wrote many articles about the people of art and their life in society. In addition, he taught at the Conservatory and traveled a lot with his concerts throughout Europe. He visited Russia, where he met Glinka and other music figures.

In the period from 1848 to 1861 years. His life gets a different direction. Liszt Ferenc marries, leaves the career of a virtuoso pianist and begins conducting in the Weimar Theater. He fights for new art, new genres and sound. Completes and completes his early work, and creates new ones that are even more perfect. Also Liszt writes books on the study of Hungarian music, conducts free pedagogical activity and supports young musicians.

In 1858, he leaves the theater and moves to Rome, where he takes the dignity of the abbot and writes light spiritual works. However, remaining a secular person, List can not fully devote himself to the church. And in 1869 Ferenc returned to Weimar. Continuing his active and active life, he creates a conservatory in Budapest, in which he is the leader and teacher. He continues to write a little and give concerts.

Here is such a creative personality Franz Liszt! His biography is extremely interesting and rich, and the activities of this man significantly influenced the development of the world musical culture.

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