The Tragedy of Franz Liszt: An Exceptional Concert with Michael Walsh

Relive an unforgettable evening of music, narration, and profound storytelling as acclaimed author and classical music virtuoso Michael Walsh takes the stage at the Wende Museum in Culver City, CA, on September 28th. In this special recital for the American Freedom Alliance—his Los Angeles stop before a thrilling European tour—Walsh masterfully performs and narrates a program steeped in the dramatic genius of Franz Liszt, with a nod to Wagner's influence. It's a poignant exploration of tragedy, triumph, and the human spirit through the keys of the piano.
This recital isn't just a concert—it's a narrative journey through Liszt's shadowed genius, blending Walsh's literary insight with virtuoso piano mastery. Whether you're a Liszt devotee or discovering his world for the first time, this event promises to stir the soul.

Program Highlights
Walsh's narration weaves the tragic threads of Liszt's life—love, loss, and unyielding passion—through these transcendent works:
Liszt: Transcendental Étude No. 1 “Preludio” – A shimmering prelude that sets the ethereal tone.
Liszt: Five Hungarian Folksongs – Rhythmic folk melodies evoking Liszt's roots and revolutionary fire.
Liszt: The Chapel of William Tell – A stormy invocation of Swiss legend and defiance.
Wagner: Album-Sonata in A-flat – A Wagnerian detour into mythic depth and operatic grandeur.
INTERMISSION
Liszt: Angelus! Prière aux anges gardiens – A heavenly prayer for divine protection amid turmoil.
Liszt: Cypresses of the Villa d'Este II – Lush, mournful cypresses whispering of mortality and eternity.
Liszt: Mephisto Waltz #4 – Diabolical dance and Faustian seduction in waltz form.
Sursum Corda – A triumphant choral-inspired finale lifting the heart upward.