Claude Debussy ： Mazurka fis-moll

Built on the triple-meter motion of the mazurka, this piano piece combines Debussy’s refined harmonic sensibility with the expressive quality of a singing melody. Its rhythms create a light sense of forward movement, while changes in melodic exchange and sonority bring alternating moments of calm and subtle shadow. A key attraction lies in carefully distinguishing the character of each section. In performance, it is important to preserve the dance-like pulse without overemphasizing the accents, allowing the melody to emerge naturally. Pedaling should be controlled so that harmonic changes remain clear, while inner voices and decorative notes should be played with enough softness not to interrupt the musical flow, bringing out the work’s delicate expression.