Franz Joseph Haydn ： Sonata No.31 in As-Dur Hob.XVI:46 Op.54-3

Haydn’s Sonata No. 31 is clearly structured in 3 movements of contrasting character. In the first movement, the contrast between its lucid theme and delicate motion is especially appealing, as is the skillful exchange and development of musical ideas. In the slow movement, the breathing of the melody and the changes in harmony deserve careful attention. The finale is distinguished by its lively momentum and witty interplay; it is important to keep the notes even while preserving a sense of direction in each phrase. Throughout the work, articulate ornaments and rests clearly, and use a transparent touch and natural dynamic shaping to bring out an expressive, conversational character.