Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky ： Valse Caprice D-Dur Op.4

Tchaikovsky’s Valse Caprice makes use of the bright, elegant sonority of D major in a lively and expressive work. Its flowing waltz pulse in triple meter is enriched by graceful melodies and capricious changes of character. A highlight is the contrast between the singing melodic lines and the buoyant accompaniment, and it is important to portray each passage’s individual character vividly. In performance, maintain a clear sense of meter while shaping the delicate figures lightly, and use moderate rubato to give the melody a gentle sense of breathing. This brings out both the work’s brilliance and its refinement.