Franz Liszt ： Buch der Lieder, Book 2 Enfant, si j’étais roi S.537 R.205

This work is a piano arrangement of a vocal melody. Its approachable, song-like line, supported by subtle harmony and flowing accompaniment, creates a delicate and expressive atmosphere. The piece unfolds through successive units that suggest the phrasing of a song, with the changing character of the melody and its dialogue with the accompaniment providing its main points of interest. In performance, the melody should always be brought clearly to the foreground, while the inner voices and accompaniment remain restrained. A sense of breath within each phrase, together with natural flexibility and thoughtful pedaling, helps convey its lyrical character.