🇩🇪Felix Mendelssohn ： 7 Character Pieces No.2 in h-moll MWV.U55 Op.7-2

As the title indicates, this short piece is driven by a sense of urgency, strong accents, and powerful forward motion. Brief motifs are passed along with energy, while changes in register and dynamics steadily heighten the tension. Listening for the contrasting expressions that emerge within the flow reveals an arc that goes beyond sheer forcefulness. In performance, avoid rushing the tempo and maintain a firm pulse, while keeping the two hands’ voices clearly distinct. Strong passages should not become hard or percussive; instead, make use of rests and phrase breaks, and use the pedal sparingly to support a tense, clear sonority.