First, before playing this waltz, please listen to the following two pieces:

• 1. Swan Lake, Act I, Waltz
• 2. The Sleeping Beauty, Waltz

If you have the opportunity, please listen to various other Tchaikovsky ballets. Familiarize yourself with his style; this is the quickest way to understand this waltz.

When performing this waltz, envision an orchestra. Then, attempt to orchestrate it yourself, assigning instruments such as violins, cellos, and woodwinds to different parts.

For instance, let's assume this piano piece was conceived with an orchestral sound in mind. From measure 19, the bass line shifts to dotted half notes. If these dotted half notes were interpreted as a distinct instrumental voice, they would not be articulated as discrete units in each measure. The melodic line would flow horizontally, without interruption. Therefore, for example, consider this bass line as played by a cello, and endeavor to connect it as seamlessly as possible, preventing any breaks. Such meticulous attention allows each voice to achieve independence, thereby facilitating a performance that effectively renders polyphonic textures. This is offered for your consideration.