Dmitri Borisovich Kabalevsky ： 24 Preludes No.15 Allegretto marcato Op.38-15

True to the marking Allegretto marcato, this prelude is driven forward by a moderate lightness and clearly defined accents. Dynamic changes emerge within its crisp motion, allowing the listener to appreciate the contrast between tension and release even within its compact span. A key attraction is the way the character shifts while the rhythmic outline remains clear. In performance, it is important not to rush the tempo and to maintain a firm sense of the beat. Accents should not become excessively heavy; clarifying the roles of the hands and voicing each part distinctly brings out the music’s momentum. Use the pedal sparingly to avoid blurring the sonority, and treat rests and breaks between notes as part of the musical expression.