This piece should be approached while cherishing the "mysterious" atmosphere indicated at the beginning. The melody is placed in the left hand; by playing with a constant awareness of forward momentum, the overall flow of the piece will naturally emerge. The right hand provides accompaniment on the off-beats, and it is crucial to strike the keys precisely, responding firmly to the left hand. Maintain a clear sense of rhythm to avoid any delays.

The time signature is 2/2, and while it's easy to perceive it as 4/4, consistently focusing on two-beat groupings will allow the music to progress lightly. Hairpin crescendos and decrescendos are elements that significantly influence the musical expression. Befitting the title "Haunted Tree," imagine yourself as a ghostly tree and imbue the sounds with expressions that would startle people, which will further expand the imagery.

From measure 16, the piece enters the B section of the ternary form, with the right hand taking on the melody. Clearly emphasize the sforzando written at the beginning of the phrase, giving weight to the phrase that follows. Touch the keys carefully so that the sound in the high register resonates clearly. Throughout the piece, pay attention to changes in expression and rhythmic pulse, performing vividly as if painting the story of a "tree possessed by a ghost."