Robert Schumann ： Sieben Klavierstucke in Fughettenform a-moll Op.126-5

One of Schumann’s fughetta-style pieces, this work is characterized by the subdued shading of A minor and a tightly woven contrapuntal texture. Within its brief span, the subject is passed from voice to voice, while imitation drives the musical flow forward. A key attraction is the ability to distinguish the movement of the individual voices, with careful attention required not only for the melody but also for the inner parts and bass. In performance, the outline of the subject should remain clear, while the balance between the voices is carefully controlled so that the texture does not become too heavy. Shaping the direction of each phrase and sensing the harmonic changes brings out the tension and expressive character contained within its concise form.