Francis Jean Marcel Poulenc ： Humoresque in G-Dur FP.72

This character piece is grounded in the brightness of G major, while reflecting Poulenc’s characteristic wit and light, subtly shaded expression. Its concise, approachable melody is combined with crisp rhythms and unexpected harmonic colors, creating a delicate expressiveness beneath its lively surface. Within its short span, the music seems to shift between different scenes and moods, inviting the listener to notice the return of its thematic material. In performance, it is important to maintain a bright, buoyant pulse without making the sound too heavy. The melody should sing freely, while carefully shaped accents and rests bring out the work’s graceful conversational style and natural breathing. Rather than rushing the tempo, allow the expression to change subtly with the harmonic shifts, so that the piece’s charm can fully emerge.