About This Piece ・Composed in 1742 as part of Das Wohltemperierte Klavier, Book II ・The prelude is meditative and lyrical, featuring gently flowing motifs and expressive suspensions ・The fugue is profound and introspective, written in four voices with intricate harmonic interplay ・F♯ minor evokes a deeply reflective and spiritual character in Baroque affect theory 🎓 Fun Fact This fugue’s somber beauty is often compared to the darker works of Bach’s later years. Dynamic tuning highlights the subtle dissonances and rich harmonic colors, enhancing its emotional depth. 🛠️ Performance Details 🎼 MIDI Source: HarfeSoft.de 🔧 Modifications: Dynamic tuning (responsive just intonation) 🎧 Format: Digitally shaped with phrasing and articulation 📄 License: Creative Commons Attribution 2.0 Germany (CC BY 2.0 DE) We reconstruct great works with attention to tuning, balance, and historical fidelity. Subscribe for more dynamically tuned performances from Bach’s complete WTC. #Bach #BWV883 #WellTemperedClavier #JustIntonation #Fugue #BaroqueMusic