Who composed the set of Hungarian Rhapsodies in the 19th century?
The Hungarian Rhapsodies is a set of 19 piano music pieces based on Hungarian folk themes. They were composed by Franz Liszt during the 19th century. Plus, Liszt also arranged versions for orchestra, piano duet and piano trio.
Some of the pieces are better known than others, with Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2 being particularly famous. Also, No. 10 and No. 6 are very well known.
In their original piano form, the Hungarian Rhapsodies are noted for their difficulty (But, Liszt was a virtuoso pianist as well as a composer).
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3 Comments
earlepg
Took the chance that I remembered this right. But I did learn about this in Music Appreciation in my college days.
David Roy
They are indeed fiendishly difficult to play. Liberace famously played simplified arrangements.
Richard D. Boyle
Remember this from sixth grade when we were introduced to all the great classical composers.