Prelude #83 by Allen Rickel

Prelude #83 is dark, slow and unsure of itself. Throwing notes at the staff in search of an idea resulted in this piece, which was completed on March 12th, 2022. While the first theme is a waltz, the tempo and rhythm have a tendency to camouflage this fact.

The second theme, written in 5/8, wants to be to be brighter but its descending melodic line betrays its intentions.

I hope that you'll find something in Prelude #82 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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