Liszt

list, Franz (1811-1886), a noted Hungarian musician. He was born at Odenburg and died at Baireuth. He attracted attention as a pianist when but nine years old. He was taken up by court circles and placed under the instruction of able musicians. At twelve he was the sensation of the day. His father accompanied him on a trip throughout the countries of western Europe. At thirteen he began the composing of operas. In 1831 he heard Paganini, to whom he became much attached. In his time Liszt was the most celebrated pianist in Europe. The musical centers of the world bid for him. He was received at the various courts and covered with decorations. The grand elector of Weimar, center of the little court at which Goethe resided for so many years, made him chapel master. Young men resorted to Weimar from all parts of Europe to be instructed by Liszt. Toward the end of his life he vibrated between Rome, Budapest, and Weimar. His home in the last named city has been converted into a Liszt museum, in which his decorations, musical instruments, and other personal mementos are preserved. His musical compositions and critical works are too numerous for mention here.