This monumental Baroque work showcases Bach's mastery of counterpoint and dramatic contrasts. The toccata section features virtuosic passages, followed by a lyrical adagio, culminating in a complex fugue based on a majestic theme.
This monumental Baroque work showcases Bach's mastery of form, combining a virtuosic toccata, lyrical adagio, and complex fugue. Originally for organ, its piano arrangements like Busoni's highlight its timeless musical architecture.
This monumental organ work showcases Bach's early mastery of merging North German virtuosic pedal techniques with Italianate harmonic language. The extended pedal solo and concerto-like structure foreshadow his later Brandenburg Concertos.
A three-section organ work showcasing Bach's mastery of improvisatory toccata writing, lyrical adagio, and complex fugal counterpoint. The Toccata's manualiter passages contrast with the Fugue's rigorous four-voice structure.
BWV 564 is a three-movement work for organ, blending improvisatory toccata passages, a lyrical adagio, and a complex fugue. It exemplifies Bach's mastery of counterpoint and keyboard technique.
