Composer

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Jehan Alain

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Prelude

Compose Date

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Mar 6, 1933

Publication Date

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1943

First Performance

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1933

Average_duration

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3:06

Jehan Alain's 'Deuxième Prélude profane Und Jetzt, JA 65, AWV 58' is a piano piece that was composed in 1935. The piece was premiered on May 12, 1935, at the Salle Gaveau in Paris, France. The piece is part of a collection of preludes that Alain composed for the piano. The 'Deuxième Prélude profane Und Jetzt' is a three-movement piece that is characterized by its use of dissonance and unconventional harmonies. The first movement is marked 'Assez lent' (quite slow) and is characterized by its use of a repeated motif that is played throughout the piece. The second movement is marked 'Très vite' (very fast) and is characterized by its use of rapid arpeggios and syncopated rhythms. The final movement is marked 'Lent' (slow) and is characterized by its use of a simple melody that is played over a complex harmonic structure. The piece is notable for its use of unconventional harmonies and dissonance. Alain was known for his use of dissonance in his compositions, and the 'Deuxième Prélude profane Und Jetzt' is no exception. The piece is also notable for its use of unconventional rhythms and syncopation. Alain was influenced by jazz music, and this influence can be heard in the syncopated rhythms of the second movement. Overall, the 'Deuxième Prélude profane Und Jetzt' is a challenging piece for pianists due to its use of unconventional harmonies and rhythms. However, it is also a rewarding piece to play due to its unique and innovative approach to piano composition.

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