Summary: This paper explores this particular piano work by Piazzolla using style and formal analysis. Chapter 2 surveys the history of the tango. Chapter 3 deals with the style and formal analysis of the three pieces. In addition to a discussion of Piazzolla's composition style in the pieces, performance suggestions are offered based on the analysis, along with experience gained from playing the piece. Chapter 4 offers overall performance recommendations on rubato, rhythm, pedal, dynamics, articulations, and fingerings for Three Preludes.