Bartók Béla Viktor János ： Little Suite BB 113 Sz 105 Pizzicato

Included in the Little Suite, this is a short piano piece whose articulation suggests the sound of plucked strings. Its appeal lies in the lively rhythm and crisp exchanges between notes, while the lengths of the sounds and the timing of the rests create forward momentum. It is important to maintain the overall flow while carefully shaping the smaller phrase units and changes in dynamics. Avoid pressing too deeply into the keys; a bright, agile touch that gives each note a clear outline brings out the pizzicato-like effect. As a transcription that transfers the character of the original to the piano, the piece offers an enjoyable sense of rhythmic wit within a concise structure.