Harmonies poétiques et religieuses
work by Liszt
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Harmonies poétiques et religieuses is a collection of 10 piano pieces composed by Franz Liszt between 1847 and 1852. It was inspired by a collection of poems of the same name by French poet Alphonse de Lamartine. The work is characterized by its lyrical style, contrasting with Liszt's earlier, more virtuosic compositions. These pieces reflect Liszt's deep religious and philosophical interests during this period of his life.1
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