Composer

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Vsevolod Zaderatsky

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Keyboard

Compose Date

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1937-1939

Average_duration

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5:01

Movement_count

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2

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Vsevolod Zaderatsky was a Soviet composer who was imprisoned in the Gulag for 18 years. During his time in prison, he composed over 100 works, including 24 Preludes and Fugues for piano. The ninth Prelude and Fugue in E major was composed in 1946 and premiered in 1977, over 30 years after Zaderatsky's death. The Prelude is marked "Andante con moto" and begins with a gentle, flowing melody in the right hand. The left hand provides a simple accompaniment, consisting of broken chords and occasional octaves. The melody is developed throughout the piece, with the left hand taking on a more prominent role in the middle section. The Prelude ends with a return to the opening melody, which is played softly and fades away. The Fugue is marked "Allegro moderato" and begins with a lively theme in the right hand. The left hand provides a counterpoint, which is based on the opening melody of the Prelude. The theme is developed throughout the Fugue, with the left hand taking on a more complex role. The Fugue reaches a climax in the middle section, with both hands playing in unison. The piece ends with a return to the opening theme, which is played softly and fades away. Overall, the ninth Prelude and Fugue for piano in E major is a beautiful and expressive work. Zaderatsky's use of melody and counterpoint is masterful, and the piece showcases his skill as a composer. Despite the difficult circumstances under which it was composed, the ninth Prelude and Fugue is a testament to Zaderatsky's talent and perseverance.

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