Prelude
Roslavets; Marc-André Hamelin Lyrics
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Ô nuit ! Redouble des ténèbres,
Délivre mes regards des horreurs que je vois :
L’ombre de mon ami s’élève contre moi,
Je vois couler ses pleurs, j’entends ses cris funèbres.
Hélas ! Mon crime est mon plus grande effroi.
Ô nuit ! Redouble tes ténèbres,
Délivre mes regards des horreurs que je vois :
The song "Prelude in 2-3" by Marc-André Hamelin features the haunting lyrics of "Pelee." The lyrics express a deep sense of fear and guilt, as the singer witnesses the ghost of their friend rising up against them. The singer is tormented by the sight of their friend's tears and mournful cries, as they struggle to come to terms with the crime they have committed.
The repetition of the phrase "Ô nuit !" (Oh night!) emphasizes the singer's desperation for relief from the horrors they face. They plead with the darkness to intensify, hoping to escape from the torment of their guilty conscience. The use of vivid imagery creates a chilling atmosphere, making it easy for the listener to imagine themselves in the same situation as the singer.
Overall, "Prelude in 2-3" is a haunting and introspective piece that explores the depths of human guilt and fear.
Line by Line Meaning
Ô nuit ! Redouble des ténèbres,
Oh night! Increase the darkness
Délivre mes regards des horreurs que je vois :
Free my gaze from the horrors that I see
L’ombre de mon ami s’élève contre moi,
The shadow of my friend rises against me
Je vois couler ses pleurs, j’entends ses cris funèbres.
I see his tears flow, I hear his mournful cries.
Hélas ! Mon crime est mon plus grande effroi.
Alas! My crime is my greatest horror.
Ô nuit ! Redouble tes ténèbres,
Oh night! Increase your darkness
Délivre mes regards des horreurs que je vois :
Free my gaze from the horrors that I see
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Marin Marais
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Ryan Oppermann
When Sir Hamelin recorded these and the rest where he could for Hyperion, i was taken by his comment upon Alexander Scriabin and his kaleidoscope glasses, you remember.
Sir Hamelin commented upon a 20th century pair of glasses, upon one 20th century synaesthesiac master pianist and the writing tools, still in use in our 21st.
It's more that you melted my brain, every time you tickle your ivories for 20th century avant gardism. The Futurism and Sci-Fi modern never was the problem.
The same developments happen, and are crushed underfoot here in Michigan as well.
You melted my brain, within my own glasses a million times over, Sir Hamelin.
Always appreciated here.
Thank you for sharing your gifts in said departments. ;-)
titusbeertsen
The second piece is so incredibly beautiful, like walking through a cave with flinkering crystals in the walls. Hamelin is a hero for bringing these obscure pieces to the public!
DerSibbe
But the way it's written is terrible. Full of entire passages consisting of nothing but double and triple (!) sharps. It sounds beautiful but it definitely could've been written better
medcophil
This is just utterly astounding artistry, both on the part of the composer and on the part of MAH. What unbelievable geniuses! I am totally amazed.
paul amrod
This has been a world class phenomena exhibiting the genius of Roslavets.
michel brillaud
It's incredible theat we couldn't hear this terrific music more often ! What do the others pianists ?
Jonas Otte
dont worry, there will be a video recording of the first etude on my channel soon!
madlovba3
I'm afraid this is the best quality copy you'll ever find of this performance.
MJE112358132134
I had an idea Hamelin did a studio recording of these Etudes - I think they used to be available on YouTube, with the score showing as the music played. Am I right? Or am I getting confused with the recording by Irina Emeliantseva?
Eric Darr
You are correct. It used to be on the channel Hexameron (which is now gone). You can find his studio recordings (which are excellent) under the label Hyperion.
Starclimber
@Eric Darr I miss Hexameron. Discovered so much amazing music on that channel.