Dmitri Borisovich Kabalevsky ： 24 Preludes No.11 Vivace scherzando Op.38-11

No. 11 from Kabalevsky’s 24 Preludes is a short piece that puts speed and playfulness in the foreground, as indicated by Vivace scherzando. It unfolds as a succession of brief units, supported throughout by a keen rhythmic sense and light, agile motion. Highlights include the crisp phrasing and the witty character created through dynamics and accents. In performance, it is important to maintain the tempo without making each note too heavy, while keeping the staccatos and rests clear. Rather than rushing through the details, a clear sense of the beat and awareness of changes in resonance will bring out the tension within its lively character.