‘Liszt continually modified and refined his works for piano in multiple versions. Notations made by virtuoso pianists Alexander Siloti (1863–1945) and Adolf von Henselt (1814–1889) reflected Liszt's performance practice, demonstrating to what extent his performances differed from the published scores. Carl Tausig, Moriz Rosenthal and Hans von Bülow followed Liszt’s path, and made their own versions of his and other composers’ works. Following these models, I recorded a number of the pieces on this album in my own arrangements, applying minor amendments to seek vitality and freshness in the works which we all know so well.’
– Goran Filipec
Franz LISZT (1811–1886)
Piano Favourites
Goran Filipec, PianoFranz Liszt was a unique personality in the musical world of the 19th century. He was a model and inspiration for many generations of musicians and was magnificently successful as a virtuoso pianist, educator, composer and conductor. Presenting a cornucopia of musical delights, this selection of Liszt favourites includes works inspired by folklore and Italian culture, literary texts and poetry, opera, the brilliance of Paganini and a sheer delight in pianistic virtuosity. Goran Filipec joins a long tradition of making arrangements and personal adaptations to find new vitality and freshness in this much-loved music.
Venezia e Napoli: No. 3. Tarantella
Widely renowned for his exceptional interpretations of the works of Franz Liszt and, more generally, of Romantic repertoire, Goran Filipec is a pianist of fiery virtuosity and evocative pianism, often performing his own arrangements and adaptations. A laureate of several international piano competitions, Goran has appeared internationally as a recitalist and soloist with symphony orchestras worldwide. He has been invited to the Progetto Martha Argerich, the Mariinsky Theatre Contemporary Piano Faces festival, and the Dubrovnik Summer Festival. Goran is also co-founder and president of the Société Franz Liszt de Genève.
– MusicWeb International
– Gramophone
Hungarian Fantasy
Rhapsodie espagnole • De Profundis • Totentanz
Filipec
Kodály Philharmonic Orchestra
Kollár
– Gramophone
Piano Concerto
Symphonic Overtures Nos. 1 and 2
Filipec
Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra
Cassuto
– American Record Guide