Claire Huangci - Pastorale Symphony No. 6 in F major, Op. 68, Arr. Liszt - Mov 1

Piano: Claire Huangci
Location: Filarmonica di Trento
Title: Awakening of cheerful feelings on arrival in the countryside
Original Title: Erwachen heiterer Empfindungen bei der Ankunft auf dem Lande
Tempo: Allegro ma non troppo
Key: F major
Website: clairehuangci.com/
Concert Schedule: clairehuangci.com/en/schedule/
The Beethoven Pastorale, also known as the Symphony No. 6 in F major, is one of Ludwig van Beethoven's most famous and beloved works. Composed in the early 19th century, it is a musical evocation of the beauty and tranquility of the natural world, and is often considered one of the composer's most emotionally expressive works.
One of the most famous arrangements of the Beethoven Pastorale is the piano transcription created by Franz Liszt, a Hungarian composer and pianist who lived in the 19th century. Liszt was one of the greatest virtuosos of his time, and was known for his stunning technical skill and his innovative approach to the piano.
Liszt's transcription of the Beethoven Pastorale is a remarkable work of art in its own right. It captures the essential spirit of the original symphony while also showcasing Liszt's own virtuosic skills and musical vision. The transcription includes all five movements of the symphony, which are seamlessly integrated into a single continuous work for solo piano.
The first movement of the Beethoven Pastorale Liszt arrangement is a transcription of the opening Allegro movement of the original symphony. It begins with a delicate, flowing theme that evokes the gentle murmur of a brook, which is then taken up by other instruments in turn, gradually building to a full, lush orchestral sound.
Throughout the movement, Liszt's transcription remains faithful to the original symphony, capturing the essence of Beethoven's musical language and conveying the sense of natural beauty and tranquility that is at the heart of the piece. At the same time, however, the transcription also adds a new layer of richness and complexity to the work, emphasizing the piano's unique tonal colors and dynamic range.

[@mikewang2755]

A smart move in revisiting Liszt's transcription of Beethoven symphonies as there are only a few credible recordings in the market, let alone live concerts. The whole cycle can be less pianistic in nature, but on the other hand refreshing to the ears amid modern concert programs being saturated with the works of Chopin and Rachmaninov. Very good effort...

[@gmwdim]

I love this symphony! First time hearing a piano arrangement. Bravo.

[@weile4u]

Beethoven + Liszt + Huangci=music wonderland.

[@sashamiche3569]

I like your playing so much Claire! 🎹👑Especially on those gentle sensitive bits! Thanks also for your 'Small Hands Big Chords' (me too!) tutorial on tonebase piano where you show what a lovely person you are! Please continue amazing and inspiring us!