This collection showcases Franz Liszt’s virtuosic transcriptions of arias, overtures, and other highlights from beloved French and Italian operas. Liszt, a master pianist and innovative composer, was renowned for transforming orchestral and vocal works into dazzling piano pieces that preserved the drama and emotion of the originals while expanding their expressive potential on the keyboard.
 
Featuring works inspired by operas from composers like Verdi, Donizetti, Bellini, Gounod, and others, this volume is ideal for advanced pianists who wish to explore the brilliance of operatic music through Liszt’s unique interpretive lens. These transcriptions not only serve as performance showpieces but also offer insight into Liszt’s deep understanding of operatic form and his exceptional creativity in adapting it for solo piano.
 
Whether for study, concert performance, or personal enjoyment, this compilation is a testament to Liszt’s enduring genius and the timeless allure of opera.