Prelude #81 by Allen Rickel

Prelude #81, completed on March 2nd, 2022, is introspective and rather melancholy. However, it's not all doom and gloom. Written in 5/8, the first theme also employs a five measure phrase. Hopefully the time signature and phrasing provide additional interest.

The second theme is another waltz. Here the piece transitions to G lydian, sounding like a major key; it's bright and a bit playful.

I hope that you'll find something in Prelude #81 that you enjoy. 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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