Prelude #72 by Allen Rickel

A little waltz, Prelude #72 sprang out of nowhere. I was noodling around on a staff and all of a sudden, there was the basic idea.

Completed on January 6th, 2022, the first theme was worked out quickly, but the second wasn't quite as forthcoming. I took a few stabs but it just didn't feel right so I put it aside. The following evening brought a new bit of inspiration and composition proceeded smoothly (in A flat minor, of all keys!).

While the whole piece is written in 3/8 time there is a good deal of playing 5 notes in the right hand over three in the left. This is a pattern that I particularly like and it creates some additional interest. At least I hope so.

Please let me know what you think. Thank you, as always, for taking the time to listen. I appreciate you.

Best,
Allen

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