🇩🇪Felix Mendelssohn ： Konzertstück “Die Schlacht bei Prag” MWV Q23 Op.113

Written for clarinet, basset horn, and piano, this Konzertstück is distinguished by its dramatic tension and vivid musical dialogue. Fast, energetic passages contrast with more lyrical and tranquil sections, giving the music a sense of shifting scenes. A highlight is the way the piano adds momentum and color while the wind instruments pass the melodic material between them. Even when serving an accompanying role, the pianist should maintain the flow of the beat, listen closely to the instrument carrying the melody, and adjust the balance accordingly. Clear dynamic contrasts, unhurried detail, and careful attention to the balance between overall momentum and sonority help bring out the work’s dramatic character.