Prelude #129 by Allen Rickel

Opening with a serious and slightly dark almost-waltz, the nearly constant rise in the melodic line of Prelude #129's opening theme creates a sense of tension. This feeling continues as the idea evolves and becomes increasingly dense in texture.

Suddenly, the mood changes. The tempo slows, the key moves to the parallel major and the bar shrinks from three beats to two. The melody could be something from a children's song: simple, direct and rather sweet. This sense of calm doesn't last long, though, when the original theme returns in a frenzy.

I hope that you find something you enjoy in Prelude #129 and that you'll let me know about it.

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

Best,
Allen

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