Bartók Béla Viktor János ： For Children Revised Edition Vol.1 No.39 Allegro moderato BB 53 Sz 42

No. 39 from *For Children*, Revised Edition, Vol. 1 is a miniature that combines liveliness with composure, in keeping with the Allegro moderato marking. Within its concise musical flow, the clearly defined rhythm and the exchange between phrases are especially appealing. The right-hand melody should sing naturally while the left-hand accompaniment remains light and well controlled, maintaining a sense of forward motion. Rather than exaggerating the dynamic changes, carefully shaping each short phrase brings out the music’s simple character and lively movement. Avoid rushing the tempo, and give close attention to the length of each note and to the rests.