Who's behind the notes? Discover Johann Sebastian Bach: Master of Baroque Music
The Prelude and Fugue in F major, BWV 880, is part of Book II of Bach's monumental collection The Well-Tempered Clavier, completed in 1742. This work exemplifies Bach's mastery of counterpoint, with the fugue featuring a particularly joyful and dance-like subject. The prelude is characterized by its flowing arpeggiated figures, while the fugue develops its bright theme through intricate contrapuntal techniques, demonstrating Bach's innovative approach to harmony and structure within the well-tempered tuning system.