Frederic Chopin ： Mazurka no.9 B-Dur Op.17-1

Built on the triple meter of a dance, this mazurka creates a distinctive sway through its placement of accents and subtle pauses. A crisp main theme alternates with more songful contrasting passages, bringing changes of expression even within short phrases. It is important to keep the melody clear, shape the accompaniment lightly, and avoid stressing the first beat too mechanically. Attention to rhythmic flexibility and changing dynamics brings out both the lively character of the dance and its delicate afterglow.