🇮🇹Ferruccio Busoni ： Elegy Op.33b-1

Busoni’s “Elegy,” placed at the beginning of the set, is a miniature marked by an introspective atmosphere. Within its concise writing, the breath of the melodic line and the shading of the harmony change quietly, while the resonance of each sound leaves a lasting impression. Rather than following a large-scale development, the listener is invited to appreciate the subtle changes of scene and sonority. In performance, the melody should be sustained as a restrained song, with careful control of the balance between it, the inner voices, and the accompaniment. The pedal should be used sparingly so that the sound remains clear, and close attention to rests and the ends of notes will bring out the work’s delicate expression.