Bartók Béla Viktor János ： Romanian Christmas Carols Vol.1 No.10 Piu Allegro BB 67 Sz 57

This piano arrangement by Bartók draws on Romanian folk music. As the tenth piece of Volume 1, it is marked by forward momentum and vitality, as suggested by the indication “Piu Allegro.” Short musical units follow one another, making the clear contour of the melody and the driving pulse central to its appeal. In performance, it is important to maintain a firm pulse without allowing the tempo to run away, and to play each note lightly and crisply. Keep the accompanimental figures from becoming too heavy, allowing the melody to emerge naturally and bringing its lively folk character to life.