Felix Mendelssohn ： 3 Fantaisies or caprices Scherzo in e-moll MWV.U71 Op.16

The second piece from Mendelssohn’s *3 Fantaisies or Caprices*. With the light, animated character typical of a scherzo, it is driven by finely moving lines and the exchange of short phrases. Lively main material alternates with contrasting passages, allowing the music to change expression within a clear overall flow. A particular attraction lies in the transparent sonority created by preserving the shape of the figures and the placement of accents without relying on speed alone. In performance, the delicate right-hand motion should remain even, while the left hand should not become too heavy. Use the pedal sparingly to avoid blurring, and clarify the changes in dynamics and the direction of each phrase to balance agility with lyricism.