Impromptu #50 by Allen Rickel

Completed on August 8th, 2022, Impromptu #50 is something of an arabesque. The first theme swirls and dances in five-measure phrases which become increasingly intricate as it evolves.

Just before the second motif appears, the tempo slows and the key changes. The time signature changes, too; but this might not be obvious because it transitions from 12/8 to 3/8, so nothing startling. Here, things feel much more introspective. A good deal of five-against-three (which I love--it feels very dramatic) is present along with some romantic chromaticism.

I hope that you find something here that you enjoy and that you'll tell me about it.

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

Best,
Allen

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