Prelude G Minor

This classical transcription begins in march style with full energy, malleting notes on the table interspersed with key melody segments that are rung. The melody appears in all octaves and is featured predominantly in the threes and fours. The middle section has sweeping LV arpeggios in the bass supporting lyrical chords and a countermelody rung on handchimes. A variety of dynamics ranging from pianississimo to fortissimo with appropriate crescendos and diminuendos offer opportunities for excellent musicianship. Marts and mart lifts are used on the cadence of some of the sections. This will definitely be a rewarding challenge for your intermediate musicians! Audiences will be amazed at the overall effect handbells bring to this classical gem.