Notes by John Davies
I. Prelude - Andante pastorale
The pastoral character will be conveyed by a tender and sensitive approach, involving well sustained phrases and the use of gentle articulation. Bars 1-4 and 25-30 are to be
spacious and imaginative (ad libitum).
II. Spring - Allegretto
A flowing style with lightness and vitality. In bars 8-17 the player is to mimic the chattering and singing of a bird.
III. Mists - Lento melancolico
To be played with a lingering autumnal feeling. It is essential to count in two, otherwise the flow will be lost.
IV. Exotica - Allegro ritmico
Light and rhythmic articulation (like clockwork) is needed. Tenuto in bars 13 and 16 to be observed. Bar 28 very light staccato.
V. Summer - Flowing
Counting two in a bar will assist the necessary long phrases. Particular attention needed to the subito piano markings.