Description
Franz Liszt (1811-86) was a virtuoso pianist, as well as a friend, musical promoter, and benefactor to many composers of his time. As a composer he was prolific, leaving behind a diverse body of work that anticipated 20th century ideas and trends. Some of his compositions are programmatic, based on artistic or literary inspiration; he is credited with the creation of the symphonic poem. Among his best known works are the Hungarian Rhapsodies and the “Piano Sonata in B Minor”.
Jane Ellen shares her eclectic interests with Oasis audiences from her island home on Florida’s Space Coast. Specializing in music and entertainment history, she especially enjoys exploring the artist behind the art. Jane’s presentations benefit from her gifts as a storyteller, independent scholar, performer, and composer.
