🇩🇪Felix Mendelssohn ： Songs Without Words Book7 Wanderers Song in B-Dur MWV U 155 Op.85-6

Supported by a finely moving accompaniment, its songful melody proceeds lightly, giving this Song Without Words an inviting character. Rather than driving straight ahead, the melody changes expression through a succession of short phrases, shaping a flow that suggests the feeling of a journey. Highlights include the interplay between the right-hand melody and the movement of the inner voices and bass, as well as the changing character of the phrases brought about by shifts in dynamics and harmony. In performance, keep the accompaniment light and even, clarify the direction and peaks of the melody, and preserve transparency without relying too heavily on the pedal. Balancing gentle momentum with natural breathing brings out the piece’s appeal.