Prelude #144 by Allen Rickel

Prelude #144 is the product of simple hard work. While I've had a quite a few ideas with which to start a piece, I've also been struggling to develop them. I may be mistaken, but I believe that this challenge might stem from stresses related to work. Nevertheless, this one opens with a sweet, danceable waltz consisting of three phrases of four measures each.

After thirty six measures (about 49 seconds), the tempo slows dramatically and the lightness of the opening idea is replaced by a longing almost-arabesque built on phrases of two plus three measures. At just past the two minute mark, the pace picks back up and the first theme returns.

I hope that you find something you enjoy in Prelude #144 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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