Frederic Chopin ： Polonaise no.12 B-Dur KK.IVa/1

Built around the stately tread and dance rhythm characteristic of the polonaise, this piece unfolds a pleasing melody with lightness. Its clear phrase structure and changes of expression from one passage to the next are easy to appreciate. In performance, the left-hand rhythm should not become too heavy; maintaining the flow of the beat while allowing the right-hand melody to sing is essential. Keeping the chords even and carefully shaping the contrasts in dynamics brings out the dance’s refined character. Avoiding an overly quick tempo and observing the breaths at important junctures also helps clarify the overall structure.