🇭🇺Ernst von Dohnányi ： Winter Roundelay (10 Bagatelles) March of the Merry Companions Op.13-2

The second piece in Winter Roundelay (10 Bagatelles), “March of the Merry Companions,” is a compact work that concentrates a clear sense of meter and lively forward drive characteristic of a march within a brief form. Crisp rhythms and concise phrases propel the music forward, while its approachable brightness also conveys Dohnányi’s wit. One of its appeals lies in maintaining a light progression while clearly shaping each phrase. In performance, the beat should not become too heavy; it is important to clarify the rhythm by organizing the roles of the two hands. Rather than forcing the accents, use a crisp touch and natural dynamic shaping to evoke the cheerful procession of the merry companions.