Liszt

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noun

Franz

[frahnts], /frɑnts/, 1811–86, Hungarian composer and pianist.

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How to use Liszt in a sentence

But the memory is powerful, and summoned again and again through a recording of a Liszt piece.
Haruki Murakami's Weird, Wonderful World|Malcolm Jones|August 15, 2014|DAILY BEAST
With a precise coffee habit nailed down, maybe the inimitable genius of Franz Liszt or Federico Fellini will follow.
What Do Great Artists’ Routines Reveal?|Alexander Aciman|May 9, 2013|DAILY BEAST
In the 19th century, Franz Liszt set about translating some of the greatest works of literature into symphonic tone poems.
Kronos Quartet and PEN: When Music and Literature Collide|Raquel Laneri|May 2, 2012|DAILY BEAST
Liszt looked at it, and to her fright and dismay cried out in a fit of impatience, "No, I won't hear it!"
Music-Study in Germany|Amy Fay

I assure you, no matter how beautifully we play any piece, the minute Liszt plays it, you would scarcely recognize it!
Music-Study in Germany|Amy Fay
It seems very strange that I shall actually know Liszt at last, after hearing of him so many years.
Music-Study in Germany|Amy Fay
Five of the number had studied with Liszt before, and the young men are artists already before the public.
Music-Study in Germany|Amy Fay
We were in the midst of it, and having a merry time, when the door suddenly opened and Liszt appeared.
Music-Study in Germany|Amy Fay

British Dictionary definitions for Liszt

Liszt

/ (lɪst) /

noun

Franz (frants). 1811–86, Hungarian composer and pianist. The greatest piano virtuoso of the 19th century, he originated the symphonic poem, pioneered the one-movement sonata form, and developed new harmonic combinations. His works include the symphonies Faust (1861) and Dante (1867), piano compositions and transcriptions, songs, and church music

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