Bach – Prelude and Fugue in D Major, BWV 874 (WTC Book II No.5) | Dynamic Tuning

Bach – Prelude and Fugue in D Major, BWV 874 (WTC Book II No.5) | Dynamic Tuning

About This Piece ・Composed in 1742 as part of Das Wohltemperierte Klavier, Book II ・The prelude is radiant and spacious, unfolding with graceful harmonic progressions ・The fugue is joyful and dignified, written in four voices with balanced counterpoint ・D major was often associated with brilliance and festive character in Baroque music 🎓 Fun Fact This prelude and fugue reflect Bach’s mature style, combining elegance with structural clarity. Dynamic tuning enhances the harmonic resonance of D major, bringing out its celebratory nature. 🛠️ 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 #BWV874 #WellTemperedClavier #JustIntonation #Fugue #BaroqueMusic