By
Sergei Rachmaninoff
Rachmaninoff's Prelude in B-flat Major, Op. 23, No. 2, was composed in 1903. This prelude is part of his set of ten preludes, Op. 23, representing a fusion of late Romanticism and Rachmaninoff's unique Russian musical heritage. While the specific inspiration for this prelude is not widely documented, it is known for its expressive character and lyrical melodies. These preludes, including No. 2, were premiered in Moscow and St. Petersburg in 1903, and the set as a whole showcases Rachmaninoff's ability to create evocative and emotionally charged compositions.
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by:
Claire Huangci
Rachmaninoff is most famous for his mighty piano concertos, in which he puts forward his full arsenal of virtuosity, color, and lyricism. He often had different compositional priorities in his solo piano works, but his B-flat Prelude Op. 23 No. 2 is an exception. As pianist Claire Huangci reveals in her lesson on the piece, this is "a piano concerto in 4 minutes" – perhaps the most daunting of the 24 preludes technically speaking, but so rich and rewarding in its power and narrative that it's worth taking on the challenge. With Huangci's expert guidance in matters of character, technique, and practice, you will find this Herculean piece a little more human and approachable.
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