Felix Mendelssohn ： Songs Without Words Book3 Duet in As-Dur MWV U 119 Op.38-6

This lyrical Song Without Words unfolds as a dialogue between two voices, with a singing melody closely intertwined with the supporting movement. Listening for moments when the melody is passed from one voice to the other, as well as passages where the voices overlap to create a fuller sonority, brings out the special character suggested by the title “Duet.” It is important to preserve the flow while carefully balancing the volume and tone of each voice so that the principal melody remains clear. Giving the inner voice room to breathe, moving naturally toward the peaks of the phrases, and allowing a lingering resonance at the cadences can convey the intimacy of a private conversation.