Aus Lohengrin, by Wagner

Franz LisztS.446

RomanticKnownfantasyA-flat majorAndante3/4~6 min
H8
Henle (estimated)
RCM 10ABRSM 8

About this piece

Liszt's transcription of Wagner's Lohengrin themes demonstrates his unique ability to translate symphonic drama into solo piano literature. The piece is highly regarded for its beautiful, transcendent melodic passages.

Teacher notes

Pay close attention to the pedaling to ensure the resonance of the arpeggiated figures does not blur the main melody.

Technical focus

arpeggioscantabilepedalingvoicinglarge-chords

Mood

passionateatmospherictender

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Aus Lohengrin, by Wagner (S.446) by Franz Liszt?

Aus Lohengrin, by Wagner (S.446) is rated Henle level 8 of 9 — concert repertoire, roughly diploma level. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 10.

What level do I need to play Aus Lohengrin, by Wagner?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 8 — meaning you can already play level 7–8 pieces cleanly. Learning it one level early is possible as a stretch piece, but more than that usually leads to months of frustration.

How long is Aus Lohengrin, by Wagner?

A typical performance of Aus Lohengrin, by Wagner (S.446) lasts about 6 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Aus Lohengrin, by Wagner?

Aus Lohengrin, by Wagner (S.446) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to Aus Lohengrin, by Wagner?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Aus Lohengrin by Franz Liszt, Aus Lohengrin, Wagner by Franz Liszt, Un sospiro by Franz Liszt — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.