Dmitri Borisovich Kabalevsky ： 24 Preludes No.17 Andantino tranquillo Op.38-17

True to its tempo marking, this prelude unfolds with a calm, measured pace and a sense of quiet concentration. Listening closely to the grouping of its short phrases and the way the sounds overlap brings out the flow of the melody and the changing colors of the harmony. The music should be shaped with a broad singing line, without becoming overly dramatic, while careful attention is given to the balance between voices. Use the pedal sparingly enough to support the resonance, and maintain its tranquil atmosphere through a gentle touch and natural phrasing.