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The Well-Tempered Clavier by J.S. Bach is a monumental collection of preludes and fugues in all 24 keys, demonstrating the possibilities of equal temperament. Book I (BWV 846-869) established new standards for keyboard composition and remains fundamental to piano pedagogy.

Bach's "Well-Tempered Clavier" (Book I, 1722) revolutionized music by exploring all 24 major and minor keys, demonstrating the practicality of equal temperament tuning. The Prelude in C major, BWV 846, is iconic for its serene arpeggiated harmonies and foundational role in keyboard pedagogy.

The iconic opening prelude from Bach's Well-Tempered Clavier features mesmerizing arpeggiated harmonies that inspired Gounod's "Ave Maria" melody. Its deceptively simple pattern of broken chords masterfully explores all tonal possibilities of C major.

The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I (BWV 846–869), is a collection of preludes and fugues in all 24 major and minor keys, demonstrating the feasibility of equal temperament tuning. BWV 846's prelude is renowned for its serene harmonic progression, often used in pedagogy and popular culture.

The opening prelude of Bach's Well-Tempered Clavier Book I features a mesmerizing harmonic progression using arpeggiated chords, later famously adapted by Charles Gounod as the accompaniment to his "Ave Maria." Its simplicity and profound harmonic depth make it essential for keyboard students.