The Voices of Three Instruments. Structure and Internal Dramaturgy of the Trio in E Major by W. A. Mozart

Abstract

The purpose of the article is to present a comprehensive analysis of the Piano Trio in E-Dur (KV 542) in order to gain a deeper understanding of W. A. Mozart’s chamber style. The research involves an analysis of the structural elements of the opus, which will contribute to raising the level of performing skills and expanding musical awareness at all stages of professional development. Research methodology. To achieve the purpose of the research, a set of scientific methods was used, including historical and stylistic analysis (study of the historical context and the influence of the era), musicological analysis (melodic, harmonic, rhythmic, textural, dynamic, timbral and formal), performing analysis (development of recommendations on technical, artistic and stylistic aspects), comparative analysis (comparison with other works), analysis of literary sources and the method of expert evaluation. The scientific novelty of the study lies in the comprehensive analysis of W. A. Mozart’s Piano Trio, taking into account the composer’s annotations in the scores that were disseminated during his lifetime. The research also considers the stylistic characteristics of the composer’s era. Conclusions. The study of Mozart’s piano trios represents a significant step in the development of Ukrainian musical art and contributes to the enhancement of both the rehearsal and educational processes. It fosters a deeper understanding of the great composer’s work, expands knowledge of his musical style, and opens new possibilities for the interpretation and performance of his chamber compositions. Future research prospects include the analysis of interpretative approaches, genre transformations, and their implementation in successful performance practice.