Franz Liszt ： Album Leaf in As-Dur S.165

A short lyrical miniature centered on a melody that suggests an intimate, conversational character, supported by a flowing harmonic texture. Rather than pursuing large-scale development, the piece invites the listener to appreciate the expressive shape of its phrases as they unfold naturally toward the close. From the opening, it is important to shape the attack of each note, keep the right-hand melody clear, and allow the left hand to remain discreet in the texture. A slight freedom at the peaks of the phrases, together with breathing rubato and carefully judged pedaling, can bring out the delicate nuances within its simplicity.