Richard atkinson analyzes the amazing counterpoint in one of the most unorthodox and remarkable fugues from bachs welltempered clavier. The well tempered clavier book 2 scrolling youtube j. The analysis employs the sdpc gis introduced in chapter 1 to explore the ways in which the fugue subject takes on the hues of its shifting tonal surroundings. The alteration in the answer, for the sake of tonality, is made from the first note to the second. This invaluable guide to the 96 pieces explains bach s various purposes in compiling the music, describes the rich traditions on which he drew, and provides commentaries for each prelude. As david ledbetter has pointed out in the 48, the well tempered clavier was, inter alia, js bachs answer to quite provocative publications of j. It is the first prelude and fugue in the first book of the well tempered clavier, a series of 48 preludes and fugues by the composer. Tonight, join denk for analysis and interpretation as he takes a deep dive into four of the most fascinating moments from book 1 of bach s well tempered clavier.
Prelude eb minor the 8th pfpair of book 1 is unusual in the sense that prelude and fugue are notated in different keys. A detailed guide that analyzes the structural, harmonic and thematic frame of the prelude and the fugue. This simple graphic documents the entire fugue, book 2, no. The chapter considers the possible the relevance of such modes of hearing to eighteenthcentury listeners and employs certain ideas from. Overview and detailed comment sections the welltempered clavier book 1 presents an incredible variety of beautiful and partly highly sophisticated keyboard pieces, each of which it makes sense to devote time to. The device of augmentation of the subject is used on two occasions, while that of inversion of the subject and answer is used four times. Motivations for jenckas approach involve an analysis of. Bachs welltempered clavier indepth analysis and interpretation siglind bruhn. S welltempered clavier the, book 2 by jeno jando and tens of millions of other songs on all your devices with amazon music unlimited. An exploration of the 48 preludes and fugues marjorie wornell engels on. The well tempered clavier, book 2 complete bwv 870893 johann sebastian bach. This is a fair use educational commentary that uses a.
This is not a theoretical book of analysis of the various subjects and counter subjects in the fugues or a. Well, i couldnt let that pass, even though its been, four years since it was issued. It is the second prelude and fugue in the first book of the well tempered clavier, a series of 48 preludes and fugues by the composer. This fugue has a tonal answer, and would be called a tonal fugue. Bach, fugue in e major, welltempered clavier, book ii. Ranking of difficulty of well tempered clavier preludes. I know there have been discussions of ranking the difficulty of the well tempered clavier for example, bartok, but it is my understanding that those take into account the fugues as well. The welltempered claviers greatest hits the greene space. Preludes and fugues the welltempered clavier, by j. A most impressive 220page edition of the first volume of the welltempered clavier, these 24 preludes and 24 fugues were painstakingly researched over a period of 10 years, using the most important original manuscript sources. It explores the intricacies of each of the 12 major and 12 minor keys and constitutes the largestscale and mostinfluential undertaking for. Richard atkinson analyzes the amazing counterpoint of the d major fugue from the welltempered clavier, book ii, by j. Bachs welltempered clavier indepth analysis and interpretation. Watch our world premiere video stream below as pianist jeremy denk explores bach s life and his most iconic work, kicking off his artistinresidence series at the greene space at wqxr.
The prelude and fugue in c major, bwv 846, is a keyboard composition written by johann sebastian bach. Free sheet music for the complete 48 preludes and fugues of the well tempered clavier by j. Mattheson, in order to defend the traditions of the german polyphonic music. Bach, the welltempered clavier, book 1 sviatoslav richter 1969 duration. Continue from part 8 donald satz wrote october 15, 2000. The welltempered clavier, bwv 846893, collection of 48 preludes and fugues by johann sebastian bach, published in two books 1722 and 1742. Analysis js bachs music combines two elements, namely a high degree of formalism and complexity with utmost beauty. Johann sebastian bach bach well tempered clavier book 2.
Schiffs bach sings and dances, and has a clarity derived from a mesmerising touch and an aversion to the sustain pedal. Many performers touch the first aspect only briefly and focus on the flow of the music, to be able to express the inner beauty of the work. Indepth analysis and interpretation, siglind bruhn has crafted 48 jewels of her own, 48 elegant and eloquent visualizations of bachs precious fugues. The well tempered clavier book 2 scrolling youtube. The rest is dealt with in her books vol 2, vol 3 and vol 4. As you watch, youll see that bach uses stretto more and more, which heightens the tension of the piece.
The device of augmentation of the subject is used on two occasions, while that of inversion. I would appreciate any info on ranking of the difficulty of the preludes in the well tempered clavier. Js bach, the welltempered clavier book 1, detailed. Indepth analysis and interpretation, volume i 9789625800172 by bruhn, siglind and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Model answers for the works in book i bwv 846869 i1 prelude and fugue in c major. In bachs time clavier was a generic name indicating a variety of keyboard instruments, most typically a harpsichord or clavichord but not excluding an organ either. The welltempered clavier, book 1 angela hewitt on allmusic 1998. A detailed guide that analyzes the structural, harmonic and thematic frame of. S welltempered clavier the, book 2 landowska 19511954 wanda landowska, who continued to perform and record up to her death in 1959, was renowned as the greatest harpsichordist of the first half of the twentieth century. If you are passionate about the musical arts, then consider giving to the school of music. Through her generosity, they are provided here at earsense where they play an essential role in our collaborative. Here you find 3 complete recordings and several single preludes and fugues of the welltempered clavier by johann sebastian bach. This set, along with its companion set of the book i, has often been in my. Chapter 4 is an analysis of bach s fugue in e major from book ii of the well tempered clavier.
We essentially need to make your johann sebastian bach bach well tempered clavier book 2 hewitt cd 2 shopping background increasingly alluring. The genesis and early history of bachs welltempered clavier, book ii. Giving to the school of music your generosity helps us maintain topnotch programs at nau. This website intends to provide input in developing practically applicable concepts to improve the understanding and interpretation of js bach s well tempered clavier, whether one uses the piano, the harpsichord, organ, electronic keyboard, or any other instrument. For close to two centuries the preludes and fugues of the welltempered clavier wtc have. Bachs welltempered clavier or the 48 preludes and fugues stands at the core of baroque keyboard music and has been a model and inspiration for performers and composers ever since it was written. Johann sebastian bach well tempered clavier piano solo ashley publications. The welltempered clavier, bwv 846893, 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. Some 20 years later bach compiled a second book of the same kind, which became known as the well tempered clavier, part. We intend to give a scope of discount johann sebastian bach bach well tempered clavier book 2 hewitt cd 2 from ebay that. Prelude and fugue in c minor, bwv 847, is a keyboard composition written by johann sebastian bach.