Impromptu #46 by Allen Rickel

The idea for the simple rhythmic pattern for Impromptu #46 popped into my brain suddenly and once I began to jot it down, I couldn't stop. Starting at around 2:00 PM on Saturday, March 19, 2022, the piece was finished by 10:00 that night. Like Prelude #84, this piece is brighter and more upbeat than much of my recent work (it's in a major key!) and that's by design, so I hope it makes for a bit of a change.

The second theme is slower and more somber. While still in 3/4, each phrase concludes with a single measure of 5/4 to break things up and add a bit of interest.

Thank you, as always, for taking the time to listen. I appreciate you.

Best,
Allen

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