Franz Peter Schubert ： 12 Viennese Dances(German Dances) No.9 in D-Dur D128

This is a concise and charming dance shaped by the bright, refined sonority of D major. A clear dance pulse and a light, flowing melody guide the piece, while the compact phrases create a natural sense of nuance. One of its attractions is the change of expression that emerges as the familiar theme returns, together with the open, radiant character of the major key. In performance, the beat should not become too heavy; crisp articulation is important for preserving the dance’s buoyancy. Shaping the ends of phrases carefully and bringing out dynamic contrasts with restraint will highlight its elegant lightness.