Prelude and Fugue in B minor, BWV 865
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| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:musical_composition
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
6
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Well-Tempered_Clavier
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| gptkbp:analysis |
often analyzed for its structure
examined for its harmonic language noted for its thematic development frequently discussed in musicology studied for its contrapuntal techniques |
| gptkbp:characteristics |
dynamic contrasts
expressive melodies rich harmonies complex counterpoint technical challenges for performers |
| gptkbp:composer |
gptkb:Johann_Sebastian_Bach
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| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
frequently performed in recitals
important in music education part of standard piano repertoire often analyzed in music theory |
| gptkbp:duration |
approximately 5 minutes
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| gptkbp:first_performance |
gptkb:unknown
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| gptkbp:form |
Prelude and Fugue
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| gptkbp:genre |
Fugue
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| gptkbp:historical_context |
written during the Baroque period
part of a larger collection reflects Bach's compositional style influenced by earlier keyboard works represents the culmination of the fugue form |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Prelude and Fugue in B minor, BWV 865
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| gptkbp:influenced |
Western classical music
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| gptkbp:inspired |
many contemporary composers
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| gptkbp:instrument |
gptkb:musician
harpsichord |
| gptkbp:key |
B minor
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| gptkbp:notable_recordings |
gptkb:Glenn_Gould
gptkb:Murray_Perahia gptkb:András_Schiff gptkb:Angela_Hewitt |
| gptkbp:number |
865
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| gptkbp:part_of |
gptkb:The_Well-Tempered_Clavier
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| gptkbp:performed_by |
many classical pianists
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| gptkbp:published_by |
1722
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| gptkbp:related_works |
gptkb:Prelude_and_Fugue_in_C_major,_BWV_846
gptkb:Prelude_and_Fugue_in_A_major,_BWV_864 |
| gptkbp:style |
gptkb:Baroque
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