Franz Joseph Haydn ： Allegro molto in D-Dur Hob.XVII:D2

This short piece brings crisp motion and a clear rhythmic character to the fore within its fast tempo. Light, lively phrases seem to pass from one to another, while changes in dynamics and register give shape and contrast to the musical flow. A key point is to sustain the initial momentum while carefully bringing out the phrasing and points of repose. In performance, the delicate right-hand movement should be even and clean, while the left hand should support the rhythmic drive without becoming heavy. Rather than pursuing speed alone, attention to the length of short notes and to the rests brings out a transparent lightness. As the music moves toward its conclusion, it should be brought to a vivid close without undue acceleration, preserving its bright sense of motion.