Franz Peter Schubert ： 36 Original Dances No.3 in As-Dur D365 Op.9

No. 3 from Schubert’s 36 Original Dances is a concise waltz in A-flat major, with a bright and gentle character. Its light triple-meter flow naturally combines with a familiar, songful melody, conveying elegance and lyrical feeling within a brief span. Listening to the character of the opening theme and the transitions between phrases brings out the work’s small-scale sense of structure. In performance, avoid overemphasizing the meter, supporting the first beat while treating the second and third beats lightly. Let the melody sing with care, keep the accompaniment light and well-balanced, and maintain a natural breath through the cadence to highlight the supple character of the dance.