Franz Joseph Haydn ： Flute Clock Piece No.17 in F-Dur Hob.XIX:17

This work is appealing for its bright, approachable character in F major and its concise organization as a miniature for a flute clock. Within its well-defined flow, shaped by short musical ideas, the regularity of the rhythm and the lightness of its movement are especially engaging. In performance, it is important to maintain a steady pulse, keep each note clear and even, and add natural nuance without making the music sound overly mechanical. Giving the melody a singing quality while keeping the left hand and inner voices restrained produces a transparent sonority. Because the piece is small in scale, careful attention to phrase divisions and the character of the cadences brings out its musical charm within its simplicity.