Bach, Johann Sebastian : Praludium und Fuge Prelude
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Genre:pieces
Total Playing Time:1 min 20 sec
Copyright:Public Domain
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Author : Ooi, Kazurou
Last Updated: October 30, 2023
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Author : Ooi, Kazurou
Although it is a short prelude of 13 measures, please create drama within it. This prelude itself is truly an "improvisation," and it is important to play it like an improvisation rather than strictly adhering to the metronome. For example, in measure 10, the first beat is a 16th note, and from the second beat, it becomes 32nd notes; this should be considered a figure that gradually accelerates. At that time, instead of suddenly doubling the speed from the second beat, play the second beat at the same speed as the 16th note of the first beat, and then apply an accelerando through the third and fourth beats to create a natural flow.
From this point on, the discussion becomes subjective, but the peak point of this prelude can be considered the soprano C on the third beat of measure 9, as it is the highest note. Alternatively, if considering the harmony, the B on the second beat of measure 8 can also be taken as the peak point. In any case, the chord F-A-C# on the third beat of measure 6 is a shocking chord. From this chord, build tension towards the peak.