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Baroque · prelude

Prelude in D major, BWV 925

Johann Sebastian Bach · Level 4, estimated · With Maestro

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Prelude in D major, BWV 925 is a prelude by Johann Sebastian Bach from the Baroque era. PlayPiano puts it at Level 4, an estimate.

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  • prelude
  • Baroque
  • joyful
  • playful
  • hand independence
  • voicing

Also known as (Prelude) BWV 925; Johann Sebastian Bach - Praeludium ex d; Johann Sebastian Bach?.

History

Short moving figures pass between the musical layers. Practise each line alone, then listen for its shape when other notes join it. A small piece can still ask for clear, independent fingers.

Sources

How to practise it

  1. Learn each musical line separately, then combine their different rhythms.
  2. Bring out the continuing line while keeping supporting activity quieter.

How hard is it

Level 4, estimated

The18 source measures include four voice parts, short running figures and chord members. Their overlapping activity needs coordination beyond a first single-line piece.

About this piece

Interpretive sketch of Johann Sebastian Bach, an illustration and not a verified likeness
An illustration, not a portrait
Licence
publicdomain
Source
musescore.com

More by Johann Sebastian Bach

  1. Prelude in C major, BWV 846Level 4, estimatedOpen to everyone
  2. Two-Part Invention No. 1 in C major, BWV 772Level 5, estimatedWith Maestro
  3. Italian Concerto in F major, BWV 971: III. PrestoLevel 9, estimatedWith Maestro

With Maestro

Play it, slow it down, hear where you land

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