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This Consolation No. 2 in E major breathes an intimate, singing simplicity that asks you to let the melody flow without overt showmanship; the mood is one of tender intimacy rather than dazzling virtuosity. You will need to focus especially on Phrasing (2.5/5) — here that means shaping the melodic line with subtle directional use of the arm and fingers so each motif speaks — and Legato (2.5/5), which requires connecting notes through careful weight transfer between fingers and controlled touch to sustain an unbroken line. The piece belongs to Liszt's Consolations, a set of lyrical piano pieces that occupy a contemplative place within his output. I do not provide a reference recording here to avoid giving a possibly incorrect or uncertain performer name.