“…Waleczek nicely portrays the stillness of the music, providing drama where appropriate. When it does become big, he is up to the task while somehow keeping the simplicity of the earlier portions audible above the tempest… This is very much a disc that fans of Liszt, especially Liszt rarities, should check out. Waleczek’s playing is first-rate. I hope to hear more from him.”

“…Here he [Waleczek] plays with a formidable technique and fine grasp of Liszt’s style: his dynamics, tempos and other interpretive aspects of phrasing are well-judged, leaving you with the strong impression that he fully understands Liszt’s music. I can only surmise his playing of the later versions would likely be most impressive. Naxos provides him with excellent sound reproduction.”

“With his [Waleczeck] colourful and nuanced playing the pianist knows how to form an organic whole. The transparency of the Polish pianist’s playing is also remarkable. Therefore his familiarity with the work of Franz Liszt becomes evident in every bar.” *****

“…Scholars will pounce on this release… [Waleczek]’s commitment to an often fascinating and complex gestation is admirable.”

Recommended

“……Ewa Guziolek-Tubelewicz has done a splendid job here, the sound in that department firm and focused, the piano sounding well across the range. She and Waleczek are on the same page here, and it shows at every turn. That, combined with what seems to be a very congenial acoustic, helps to create a recording—and performance—of great distinction. One aspect I really appreciate is the way final notes and chords are allowed to decay in the most natural and atmospheric way. Waleczek joins that select group of pianists doing so much to revive interest in this extraordinary repertoire; as ever, top-notch sound is a considerable bonus. “