Part of The Well-Tempered Clavier, this prelude and fugue exemplifies Bach’s mastery of counterpoint. The fugue’s three voices interweave in E-flat major, showcasing structural rigor typical of the Baroque era.
A pivotal work from Bach's seminal collection demonstrating Baroque counterpoint at its finest, establishing the foundation for modern Western tuning systems.
Part of Bach's seminal collection "The Well-Tempered Clavier" (Book I, 1722), this prelude and fugue in E-flat major exemplifies Baroque counterpoint. The prelude features flowing arpeggios, while the fugue is a complex three-voice structure exploring thematic development across registers, demonstrating Bach's mastery of equal temperament tuning.
The Well-Tempered Clavier is a collection of two sets of preludes and fugues in all 24 major and minor keys, composed for solo keyboard by Johann Sebastian Bach. BWV 852 is the prelude and fugue in E-flat major from Book I, known for its sophisticated counterpoint and harmonic richness that demonstrates Bach's mastery of fugal writing.
