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Radio 3,04 Sep 2023,30 mins
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Franz Liszt was a monk, a sex symbol, and a dazzling virtuoso pianist who made fans faint in ecstasy. With his long luscious hair, generous wealth, and spectacular compositions, he became one of the world’s first rock stars and the eccentric composer responsible for Lisztomania. From making nuns forget their chastity vows to cutting his hair to give away to his most ardent fans, in this episode we'll hear stories from Liszt's life as Jack Steadman, the frontman of Bombay Bicycle Club, decides whether Franz was a musical monster or an angelic virtuoso. Produced by Audio Always Producer: Rufaro Faith Mazarura Exec Producer: Jo Meek Sound Design: Craig Edmondson
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