Franz Liszt

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    • Born: October 22, 1811
    • Known for showmanship on a par with today's rock stars
    • During his "Lisztomania" tour, ladies reportedly fought over Liszt kerchiefs and gloves for souvenirs
    • Credited for the invention of the modern piano recital
    • Benefactor of Richard Wagner and Hector Berlioz
    • Wagner married Liszt's daughter Cosima
    • Early friendship with Frederic Chopin that later turned into great rivalry
    • Also a great friend of Hans Christian Andersen
    • Died: July 31, 1886
  • Franz Liszt was a Hungarian composer and pianist during the Romantic period.

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