Song Without Words, Op. 85, No. 1
Song Without Words, Op. 85, No. 1
Lieder ohne Worte - Lied - Rêverie - Reverie - Chant sans paroles
This Song Without Words, Op. 85, No. 1 by Felix Mendelssohn was originally written for the piano in the key of F Major.This score is an arrangement for viola with piano accompaniment.
It is set in the key of G Major.
The accompaniment to this beautiful Song Without Words is made up of ascending harp-like arpeggios.
The melody makes extensive use of 2 against 3 note figures.
The viola part is to be played in the first six positions.
Duration : 01:16
Source : Felix Mendelssohn, Lieder ohne Worte (vii), Op. 85 [Songs Without Words] (Bonn, 1851).
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