Heitor Villa-Lobos ： Carnaval das Criancas Brasileiras No.6 Mignon’s Masquerade Prank

Evoking Mignon’s prank behind a mask, this is a light-hearted and humorous character piece. Its crisp rhythmic character and bouncing motion create a playful atmosphere, while brief changes of expression vividly suggest the spirit of mischief. A key point to listen for is the way the music maintains its overall flow while varying dynamics and articulation in detail. In performance, use a light touch and clear articulation, moving forward without becoming overly rushed and keeping the direction of each phrase in mind. Strong passages should not become too heavy; bringing out the wit of expressions that seem to change one after another beneath the mask will highlight the work’s charm.