Isaac Albéniz ： Pavane-Caprice in e-moll Op.12

This piano work by Albéniz brings together the measured progress of a dance and changes that suggest capricious gestures. While maintaining the refined sense of meter associated with a pavane, its melodies unfold with a singing quality, and the transitions between sections also convey a sense of lightness. One of its attractions is the contrast between the composed, thematic passages and the more active phrases. In performance, keep the inner voices and accompaniment restrained, allowing the melody to sustain a long, natural breath. Avoid making the rhythm too rigid, and give the ornamental movement a bright agility to bring out the music’s elegance and playfulness.