Prelude #36 by Allen Rickel

Completed on August 6th, 2019, the primary theme of this piece is a straightforward waltz in A minor. After moving to F major for two variations, it returns to A minor. The intermezzo is, I think, somewhat more interesting in that it introduces two very different elements: frequent changes in time signature; and, two modes of the Hirajōshi scale (C, D, Eb, G, Ab). Returning to A minor and another variation on the original waltz brings Prelude #36 to a conclusion.

Thanks for taking the time to listen and feel free to offer constructive criticism.

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