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.
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 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.
