M Messiaen, Olivier 1908 - 1992 · Early 20th century

8 Préludes

Early 20th century 30 minutes

Dedicated to Henriette Puig-Roget.

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Composed

1928-29

First published

1930

Period

Early 20th century

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Dedication

Henriette Puig-Roget

Movements

8

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8 préludes; La colombe; Chant d'extase dans un paysage triste; Le nombre léger; Instants défunts; Les sons impalpables du rêve...; Cloches d'angoisse et larmes d'adieu; Plainte calme; Un reflet dans le vent...

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