Sergei Rachmaninov ： Morceaux de salon “Waltz” A-Dur op.10-2

The second piece in Rachmaninov’s Morceaux de salon, this A major waltz is elegant and graceful. Its light triple-meter flow supports a lyrical, approachable melody, creating a gentle poetic atmosphere beneath its brilliance. The piece moves from the main section to a contrasting middle section before returning to the opening material, making the changes of character a particular point of interest. The right-hand melody should be shaped with a rich singing quality, while the left-hand accompaniment remains light and controlled, with careful pedaling to avoid blurring the texture. Maintaining the tempo while allowing natural breaths at phrase endings and transitions brings out its refined character.