About this work
The Cotillon D.976 is a miniature dance built from short repeated sections. Its melody moves in small regular groups above simple chords, but upbeats and changes of direction prevent a heavy reading. The complete form fits on a single page.
Its apparent simplicity makes every detail audible. A bass note held too long immediately fixes the motion, while a rushed phrase ending erases the proportions. Repeats allow a slight change of dynamics or articulation without altering the tempo or adding disproportionate rubato.
Stabilise each accent and release with the left hand alone. Then add the melody, directing every group towards its cadence. The piece suits concise work on spring, coordination and reading repeats; its elegance depends on a small and precise gesture.
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