Music & Writings

Trivia fact: this set contains one of Bach’s only tempo indications. The prelude is marked “largo,” or slowly. It’s a … Read MoreG Minor P&F

I never found this set that compelling when listening to the WTC and usually skipped it when it came up. … Read MoreD Minor P&F

What a delightful set of contrasting pieces. The prelude features calm counterpoint that weaves seamlessly across the three voices, while … Read MoreF Major P&F

I first played this prelude and fugue when I was in high school. What an enjoyable set to revisit! Coming … Read MoreF Minor P&F

Oof, this is a weird key to play in! There are lots of accidentals, and it feels awkward under the … Read MoreD-Sharp Minor P&F

This set is short and sweet. The prelude is reminiscent of the famous C Major prelude from WTC I. The … Read MoreC-Sharp Major P&F

Each book of the Well-Tempered Clavier features one fugue that is just monstrous. In Book One, it’s the final fugue … Read MoreB-flat Minor P&F

This set marks the beginning of the end. We’ve almost completed the chromatic climb up from C Major and are … Read MoreB-flat Major P&F

On the surface, these two pieces are contrasting. The prelude is calm and pastoral; the fugue is much more energetic. … Read MoreA Major P&F