Joseph Maurice Ravel ： Ma mere l Oye Petit poucet Piano Duet

A delicate, fable-like miniature shaded by C minor. While its finely detailed motion proceeds without interruption, the melody emerges modestly, creating the impression of a hesitant journey. Listening closely to the changes in register and resonance, as well as the overlapping brief phrases, reveals a sense of unease and poetry within its simplicity. In piano duet performance, it is important for both players to coordinate their dynamics and touch while clearly bringing out the melodic voice. The pedal should be used sparingly so that the sound does not become blurred; carefully distinguishing the lightness of the intricate motion from the growing tension at important points brings the work’s narrative quality into sharper relief.