leggerezza
Italian composer
Definition
Lightness; a quality of touch and articulation suited to fast, transparent passagework. Closely related to the galant ideal, leggerezza describes the feather-light brilliance Woelfl was celebrated for as a performer.
Interpretive Guidance
Practise difficult passages at low volume first. Use minimal arm weight, relying on finger dexterity. The ideal sound is clear and even, with no single note standing out. Speed should feel effortless, not forced.