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This prelude and fugue from Book I of The Well-Tempered Clavier demonstrates Bach's mastery of counterpoint, featuring a chromatic fugue subject that builds complex harmonic tension within the rigid structure of equal temperament.

A masterwork of Baroque counterpoint, this five-voice fugue from The Well-Tempered Clavier demonstrates Bach's unparalleled skill in weaving multiple independent melodic lines. Its somber B-flat minor tonality and intricate structure make it a pinnacle of keyboard literature.

Part of Bach's seminal collection "The Well-Tempered Clavier" (Book I), this prelude and fugue in B-flat minor exemplifies Baroque counterpoint. The prelude features a contemplative sarabande rhythm, while the fugue unfolds as a complex three-voice structure with chromatic intensity, demonstrating Bach's mastery of harmonic exploration within equal temperament.

Part of Bach's seminal collection demonstrating equal temperament tuning, featuring 24 preludes and fugues across all keys. This B-flat minor pair (No. 22 in Book 1) contrasts a sarabande-like prelude with a densely contrapuntal four-voice fugue, showcasing Baroque complexity.

This profound B-flat minor fugue from The Well-Tempered Clavier Book I features rare five-voice counterpoint. Its intentional "old-fashioned" alla breve style and grave character suggest Bach may have conceived it for organ sonorities, challenging modern assumptions about tempo. The prelude's chordal solemnity creates a dramatic contrast with the fugue's architectural complexity.