Ernst von Dohnányi ： 6 Concert Etudes No.2 in Des-Dur Op.28

The second piece in Dohnányi’s Six Concert Etudes is an étude that blends technical challenges into a continuous musical flow, combining brilliance with tension. It is important to bring out the melody in the right hand while keeping the accompaniment and inner voices light and clear; the rapid passagework calls for even articulation and flexible movement. Clarifying the contrasts between sections and maintaining a natural sense of momentum toward the climaxes allows a richly layered musical character to emerge without letting virtuosity dominate. The pedal should support the resonance without creating blur, while clear articulation and subtle dynamic changes deserve careful attention.