Dietro la musica

Before the performance, silently depress middle C and the G above it and hold them with the sostenuto pedal throughout the piece; a piece of wood or paper may be used to secure the pedal. Position the piano at the back, clearly separated from the other instrumentalists. Keep it unlit until the piano solo, ideally concealing the presence of the piano and pianist from the audience. At the first note of the piano solo, suddenly direct a spotlight onto the piano. In movement V, gradually and continuously reduce the stage lighting and any auditorium lighting. From bar 312 to the end, both stage and auditorium must be completely dark.