for example this famous tune is relying on melody too much. his early stage.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qxeGu-RKC-Q
on the other hand, in op31 he suddenly quit to sing long melody but START TO REPEAT short fragments and make surge, wave, or ...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iTW5zqu2TpY 1st tune
is it similar to wagner? dont think so, because of his harmony...