Dmitri Borisovich Kabalevsky ： 24 Easy Pieces for Children No.22 Novelette Op.39-22

The 22nd piece in Kabalevsky’s *24 Easy Pieces for Children*, “Novelette” is a character piece that suggests a short story. Centered on a familiar, approachable melody, it features changes of expression that give the impression of shifting scenes, with singing passages contrasted against more animated ones within its concise form. It is important to maintain the overall flow and shape each phrase as a unit. Let the melody sing with natural breathing, while keeping the accompaniment light and restrained so that the musical outline remains clear. Rather than exaggerating the dynamic changes, bring out the piece’s charm through its lightness and imagination.