🇭🇺Ernst von Dohnányi ： 3 Pieces Capriccio Op.23-3

The concluding piece of Dohnányi’s 3 Pieces, “Capriccio” is a brilliant miniature that brings out the capricious and agile character suggested by its title. Its lively motion and finely changing expressions drive the music forward, while the contrasts between sections provide much of its appeal. In performance, fast passages should not be rushed; instead, each note should be kept clear and even. Careful attention to accents and rests, together with a vivid contrast between tension and release, highlights the music’s wit and momentum. Rather than forcing the difficult passages, performers should shape the direction of each phrase and remain aware of overlapping sonorities, allowing a polished lightness to emerge beneath the brilliance.