Liebestraum, No.3 (for Viola and Piano)-Franz Liszt

Franz Liszt’s radiant “Liebestraum No. 3” is presented here in a luxurious duo arrangement for solo instrument and piano, faithfully preserving the original structure and sweeping Romantic arc. The solo instrument carries the main melody, unfolding its long singing lines with expressive depth and lyrical warmth. The piano accompaniment performs the surrounding textures and harmonic layers, carefully translating Liszt’s rich pianistic writing into a balanced chamber dialogue. Certain passages have been adjusted to suit each instrument’s range, ensuring idiomatic writing while maintaining the grandeur and emotional intensity of the original masterpiece. Ideal for advanced recital programs seeking Romantic brilliance and expressive virtuosity. The required positions extend up to 5th position for violin, 7th position for viola, and thumb position for cello, offering expansive expressive range and technical sophistication.