Franz Peter Schubert ： 4 Ländler No.4 in C-Dur D 814

This fourth piece from the Four Ländler is characterized by the brightness of C major and an unpretentious dance quality. Built on a natural lilt in triple meter, its approachable melody and light accompaniment create a sonority distinctive to piano four hands. Listening for the grouping of short phrases and the passing of the melody between the parts makes the musical flow clearer. In performance, avoid placing too much weight on the meter, and balance the volume and role of each voice while expressing the elegance within the music’s simplicity. Coordinated breathing and a consistently natural, buoyant tempo help bring out the piece’s appeal.