- What is Liszt's Christmas Tree suite?
- Weihnachtsbaum is a twelve-movement piano cycle Liszt completed in 1876, mixing carol settings with original pieces such as the Angelus and the Schlummerlied. It is quiet, devotional music, not a virtuoso showpiece.
- How does this 1951 recording compare with modern versions?
- Expect a mono, mid-century sound with narrower range and more surface noise than a modern digital recording. In return you get a freer, more personal interpretation than most current pianists offer.
- Is it a full performance of all twelve movements?
- The release is titled as the Christmas Tree Suite, Liszt's complete Weihnachtsbaum cycle. Check the track list on the copy you receive if you need confirmation of every movement.
- Is this a good first Liszt purchase?
- No. Start with the Hungarian Rhapsodies or the B minor Sonata. This suite is for listeners who already know Liszt and want his gentler, late-period side.
- What should I know about the sound quality?
- It is a 1951 recording, so it is mono and limited in range, with some noise from the source. It is fine for the music but not for testing a hi-fi system.
- Where is the Liszt Christmas Tree Suite cheapest?
- At Amazon, for $18.00, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Liszt Christmas Tree Suite?
- 2 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Amazon.