INTERPRETATION AND PERFORMANCE PRACTICE OF MOZART’S FANTASIA IN C MINOR

Abstract

This research article involves interpretation and performance practice of Fantasia in C minor, K. 475 by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791). The Fantasia in C minor is important since it is one of Mozart's few compositions in minor keys and, therefore, is more intense and aims to express deeper emotions than those in major keys. The pianist should realize various personalities and moods similar to that of an opera in order to present them accordingly. The results of the research enable the researcher to understand and be able to interpret the piece in depth, and can identify the playing technique in the piece including tremolos, scales and arpeggios. Consequently, the researcher can choose suitable playing techniques, use muscle relaxation, and consider proper fingerings to achieve beautiful and fluent performance. The researcher also focusses on executing proper techniques to convey the composition well through his performance and also to meet the composer’s purpose.