Dmitri Dmitriyevich Shostakovich ： 24 Preludes and Fugues No.19 in Es-Dur Op.87-19

No. 19 is notable for the light, agile motion of its Prelude and the clear contrapuntal writing developed in the Fugue. In the Prelude, it is important to remain aware of the passing of short motifs and to keep the fine movement clean and transparent. In the Fugue, each appearance of the subject should retain a distinct outline, while the balance of dynamics between the voices is carefully shaped. Throughout the work, maintaining a poised rhythmic sense and a certain lightness, while clarifying the direction of each phrase, brings out the momentum and humor within its concise writing.