Franz Joseph Haydn ： 12 Minuets No.5 in D-Dur Hob.IX:3

This minuet is distinguished by its light three-beat motion and finely balanced phrasing. Within its clear rhythmic framework, exchanges between melodic lines and changes in harmony emerge naturally, allowing the music to unfold in concise, well-defined units. A particular point of interest is the graceful movement of the main melody and the light responses of the accompanying part. In performance, maintain the flow of the beat while allowing a slight breath at the end of each phrase to bring out the elegance of the dance. Listen carefully to the roles of the two hands and let the melody rise above the accompaniment. Avoid a heavy sound, and play decorative passages with evenness and clarity.