Bartók Béla Viktor János ： Mikrokosmos Vol.2 No.54 Chromatics BB 105 Sz 107

This educational piece from Volume 2 of Mikrokosmos is a concise study in chromatic movement and its sonority. The close intervals of chromatic motion can blur the sense of tonality while creating tension and changes of color. By keeping the overall flow in view and listening closely to the succession of notes, the performer can bring out a variety of expressions within this brief piece. In performance, the notes should not be played mechanically; stable fingering and an even flow are essential. At the same time, careful attention to phrase direction and subtle dynamic changes will help clarify the character of the chromatic sonority.