The repeating A-flat (written as G-sharp in the middle, ominous section) never stops throughout the piece. The first theme is reintroduced towards the end of the prelude, giving it a peaceful ending. The feeling of uneasiness present in the middle part is made even stronger by the serene calm and beauty of the first 27 measures. Listeners and music historians have likened it to a beautiful dream that turns into an oppressive nightmare. The C-sharp minor section begins rather suddenly in measure 28, and with it the piece changes from something peaceful and serene into something much darker. Within the rather short piece - even if it is the longest of the preludes - Chopin manages to build up two entirely different atmospheres, using the same obsessively repeated note. Sign up to listen & download > A beautiful dreamHere is a miraculous example of Chopin’s amazing virtuosity in translating human emotions to piano music.
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