Dmitri Dmitriyevich Shostakovich ： Piano Concerto No.2 in f-moll Op.102

Shostakovich’s Piano Concerto No. 2 is a concise and dynamic concerto in which clear rhythms intersect with highly approachable melodies. In its three movements, the first and final movements unfold with lively motion and sharply defined exchanges, while the central movement allows the piano to sing a lyrical melody with quiet expressiveness. Listen closely to the dialogue between soloist and orchestra; in the outer movements, maintain a strong sense of meter and forward momentum while articulating the intricate figures clearly. In the central movement, give careful attention to changes of tone color and phrasing, bringing out the contrast between brilliance and stillness.