Franz Peter Schubert ： 3 German Dances No.3 in D-Dur D972

This is a concise and graceful dance in D major, with a bright and cheerful character. Its regular dance-like pulse supports a tuneful melody that unfolds naturally. The changes of expression within its short phrases, as well as the balance between melody and accompaniment, are among its main attractions. In performance, the beat should not become too heavy; it is important to preserve a natural buoyancy. The right-hand melody should sing clearly while the left hand remains a discreet support, and allowing a slight resonance at the ends of phrases can enhance its elegant dance character.