No. 6 in D-flat Major

This piece is frequently performed due to its brilliant effect. The indication of Tempo giusto and the resolute opening are rare examples within this collection. Following the introductory section in D-flat major, a light and agile theme is presented at an extremely fast tempo (Presto) in C-sharp major (which is enharmonically equivalent to D-flat major, though Liszt deliberately changes the key signature). The middle section is in B-flat minor, where the frequent use of intricate ornamentation and fermatas blurs the sense of meter. It can be considered a good example of the Verbunkos performance style notated in music. In the latter half, it shifts to B-flat major, concluding the piece brilliantly with octave passages and a simple accompaniment style, similar to what was seen in No. 5.

Dedicated to Count Apponyi.