🇷🇺Nikolai Karlovich Medtner ： Three Hymns to the Toil Before Labour Op.49-1

Appropriately reflecting the composure suggested by its title, this short piece conveys an introspective tension and a quiet sense of forward motion. It is important to bring the melody clearly to the foreground within the resonance of the rich chords, while carefully projecting the exchange between voices and the changing harmonies. The music maintains a continuous flow, shifting its expression through changes in dynamics and texture. At the beginning, avoid rushing and preserve a sense of calm by allowing the resonance of the notes to speak; at the climax, aim for breadth without strain. Use the pedal to support the sonority while keeping the inner voices and the outlines of the chords clear, allowing both the work’s tension and lyricism to emerge.