Franz Liszt

Die Legende von der heiligen Elisabeth (Oratorium)

With "The Legend of St. Elizabeth" (Die Legende von der heiligen Elisabeth), Franz Liszt created a monumental oratorio of breathtaking expressive power and profound spirituality. Blending dramatic narrative gestures with sacred solemnity, the work portrays the moving life of the Hungarian saint in richly colored orchestral and vocal tableaux. This study score from the esteemed publisher Musikproduktion Höflich provides conductors, musicologists, and classical music enthusiasts with an ideal insight into Liszt's masterful orchestration and profound part-writing. Scored for voices and full orchestra, the composition captivates through its sonic splendour as well as its deeply touching melodic purity. An indispensable edition for anyone wishing to explore and experience one of Romanticism's most significant oratorios in detail.