Kleines Präludium BWV 938 is a concise keyboard work by Bach, part of his pedagogical "Six Little Preludes" collection. Characterized by contrapuntal textures and rhythmic vitality, it exemplifies Baroque stylistic elements. Originally didactic, it remains popular for its melodic clarity and structural elegance.
This concise prelude is part of Bach's pedagogical collection "Six Little Preludes," designed to develop finger dexterity and contrapuntal understanding. Written in straightforward C major, it features bright arpeggiated patterns and a clear harmonic progression typical of Baroque keyboard practice pieces.
