Sergei Rachmaninov ： Prelude e-moll Op.32-4

Built from a speaking melodic line and a gently rocking accompaniment, this prelude carries a deep sense of melancholy. Since the emotion grows gradually from a quiet beginning, the performer must shape the flow through phrasing rather than volume alone. The main challenges are making the melody sing naturally while keeping the accompaniment steady and voicing inner lines with restraint. It demands expressive density within a subdued sound world.