Chanson de la Folle au Bord de la Mer

Description

This is No. 8 of Alkan's Op. 31 Préludes, bearing the evocative title "Song of the Madwoman by the Sea." True to its name, restless figuration suggesting crashing waves and a troubled mind sets it apart from the more conventional preludes in the set, creating a fantastical, dramatic atmosphere. At an advanced level, it demands convincing control of sudden dynamic shifts and irregular gestures, concentrating Alkan's characteristic blend of eccentricity and passion.

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