Ferruccio Busoni ： Macchiette Medioevali: Dama (Lady), No.1 Op.33

The first piece in Macchiette Medioevali, “Lady,” is a character piece that portrays a figure of refinement within a brief span of music. Listening for the singing quality of the melody and the light movement of the accompaniment brings its profile into sharper focus. A key point is to shape the overall flow while giving delicate expression to phrase divisions and harmonic changes. In performance, preserve its elegance without making the music feel heavy, and organize the inner voices and smaller notes to seek a clear, transparent sonority. Decorative nuances should not be exaggerated; natural gestures shaped through restrained tempo flexibility bring out the charm of this miniature.