RACHMANINOFF Preludes Op. 3, No. 2 in C-sharp minor VEGA BERNIER pianist

This prelude is famously associated with a nightmare Rachmaninoff experienced. In the dream, he attended his own funeral and saw himself in the coffin, which filled him with terror and anxiety. The piece, with its dramatic and melancholic character, is said to reflect the emotions evoked by this nightmare. It became one of his most popular and recognizable works, though he reportedly grew to dislike it due to its constant performance demands. The piece is also known as "The Bells of Moscow." It is worthy of note that Mr. Vega does not consider these anecdotes in interpreting any music -- he lets the music itself tell him a story. Soliloquy Records [email protected]