Franz Liszt ： Buch der Lieder, Book 2 Comment, disaient-ils S.535 R.204

This is a concise, lyrical arrangement that transfers a vocal-like melody to the piano. A light accompaniment supports the flowing melodic line, and changes in sonority are a particular attraction when the roles of melody and accompaniment alternate. Rather than greatly exaggerating shifts between sections, the music reveals its appeal when the expression of each short phrase is shaped with care. Let the melody breathe fully while keeping the accompaniment restrained and transparent. Do not hurry the ends of phrases; listen closely to the harmonic changes and introduce natural flexibility to suggest the presence of words. Pedaling should be carefully coordinated with each harmony so that the sound does not become blurred.