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The short answer
Little Prelude in E minor, BWV 941 is a prelude by Johann Sebastian Bach from the Baroque era. PlayPiano puts it at Level 4, an estimate.
- prelude
- Baroque
- gentle
- melancholic
- arpeggios
- voicing
Also known as Johann Sebastian Bach - Prelude.
History
The opening unfolds an E-minor shape while quieter notes support it below. Follow the long musical line through the small figures instead of giving every note the same weight.
Sources
How to practise it
- Shape the unfolding chord toward its destination with an even pulse.
- Bring out the continuing line while keeping supporting activity quieter.
How hard is it
Level 4, estimated
The first three measures combine moving upper arpeggio shapes with independent held and moving lower notes. Native tuplets and ornaments later in the22-measure file need a little rhythmic preparation.
About this piece
- Licence
- publicdomain
- Source
- musescore.com
More by Johann Sebastian Bach
- Prelude in C major, BWV 846Level 4, estimatedOpen to everyone
- Two-Part Invention No. 1 in C major, BWV 772Level 5, estimatedWith Maestro
- Italian Concerto in F major, BWV 971: III. PrestoLevel 9, estimatedWith Maestro
