Bartók Béla Viktor János ： Mikrokosmos Vol.2 No.37 In Lydian Mode BB 105 Sz 107

Bartók’s Mikrokosmos, Vol. 2, No. 37, “In Lydian Mode,” is an educational piece that introduces the sound of a mode different from the major scale through concise piano writing. Its musical motion has a sense of brightness as well as a distinctive, floating quality, and listening closely to it helps reveal the character of the mode. Within its brief sections, it is important to clarify the role of each note, maintain a steady pulse, and bring out the individual parts clearly. Avoiding an overly forceful touch and carefully shaping the direction of the melody and the overlap of the sounds will highlight the color within the simple structure. In practice, let the melody sing, keep the remaining notes light, and enjoy the distinctive resonance of the mode.