Composer

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Sergey Rachmaninov

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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1906

Average_duration

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1:24

"I Remember That Day" is a solo piano piece composed by Sergey Rachmaninov as part of his set of preludes, Op. 34. The piece was composed in 1913 and premiered the same year in Moscow. The piece is in the key of B minor and is marked "Andante non troppo e rubato" (moderately slow and with some freedom in tempo). It consists of a single movement and has a duration of approximately three minutes. The piece begins with a melancholic and introspective melody in the right hand, accompanied by a simple and repetitive left-hand pattern. The melody is then repeated with slight variations and embellishments, gradually building in intensity and complexity. The middle section of the piece features a more agitated and dissonant theme, which is eventually resolved back into the original melody. The piece ends with a quiet and reflective coda, bringing the piece to a peaceful and contemplative close. "I Remember That Day" is characteristic of Rachmaninov's style, with its lush harmonies, expressive melodies, and virtuosic piano writing. The piece showcases Rachmaninov's ability to create a wide range of emotions through his music, from introspection and melancholy to passion and intensity. It is a beautiful and poignant work that has become a beloved part of the piano repertoire.

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