Sergei Rachmaninov ： Prelude g-moll Op.23-5

One of Rachmaninoff’s most famous preludes, this work contrasts a sharp march-like rhythm with a beautifully lyrical middle section. The outer sections demand repeated chords, leaps, and crisp rhythmic control, while the central episode requires deep legato and a warmer tone. The main challenge is to distinguish strength from lyricism clearly while shaping the whole piece as a coherent musical arc.