Dmitri Borisovich Kabalevsky ： 5 Pieces No.2 Op.14-2

No. 2 from Kabalevsky’s *5 Pieces* is an approachable work with a clear rhythmic character and a sense of agile motion. Listening for the exchange of short musical ideas and the contrasts in dynamics and articulation allows the music’s expressive qualities to emerge vividly. In performance, it is important to maintain the flow of the beat while giving each voice a light, distinct character, and to shape accents naturally toward the peaks of the phrases rather than forcing them. Instead of pursuing speed alone, making use of rests and resonance brings out the work’s poise and lively appeal.