Edvard Grieg ： 25 Norwegian Dances and Songs Jolstring Op.17-5

This miniature reflects the appeal of Norwegian folk music in Grieg’s piano writing, leaving an impression of lively, buoyant motion suggestive of the dance from the Jølster region indicated by its title. Within its brief span, the melodic and accompanying roles are clearly passed between voices, while repetition heightens the dance character. Its appeal lies in the approachable simplicity of the melody and the forward drive created by its springy rhythm. In performance, avoid making every beat equally heavy; keep the accents vivid and bring the melody clearly to the fore. The music calls for a balance of lightness and momentum.