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LBMP–045: J S Bach – Arrangements for Two Keyboards: Brandenburg Concerto no. 6, Passacaglia in C minor, Sinfonias & Other Works

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Bach’s major organ Preludes and Fugues rank among the most demanding works written for the instrument. Probably intended for recital rather than liturgical use, they may often have been practised at home on pedal harpsichord or pedal clavichord. Reflecting the Bach family’s tradition of composing for pairs of keyboards, this edition presents eight works arranged for two harpsichords, clavichords, organs or pianos. Based on the best surviving manuscript and printed sources, the arrangements exploit the possibilities of dialogue between two instruments, transforming virtuoso solo works into rewarding chamber music repertoire.

ISMN: 979-0-706670-7-82 Two volumes (prima and seconda), 152 pages total Edited and arranged by Francis Knights

  • A handsome hardback set of two volumes: prima and seconda
  • An arrangement for two keyboards of Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No. 6, Passacaglia in C minor, Sinfonias and Other Works
  • Perfect for two harpsichords, clavichords or pianos.Prices vary according to your needs. Please first choose the format you require.
  • Two available formats
    • Colour hardback cover with a matt finish (choice on checkout)
    • Tablet (PDF – one download available for 5 days)

Prices vary according to your needs. Please first choose the format you require.

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Bach’s major organ Preludes & Fugues are among the most difficult works written for the instrument. They were likely written for recital rather than liturgical use, and for practical reasons were probably usually practiced at home on pedal harpsichord and pedal clavichord rather than in church. Within the Bach household there was also a tradition of composing for pairs of keyboards, and this edition presents arrangments of eight organ Preludes & Fugues for keyboard duo (harpsichords, clavichords, organs or pianos), turning virtuoso solo works into more approachable chamber music repertoire. The arrangements have been made from the best surviving manuscript and printed sources, and full advantage has been taken of the possibilities of dialogue between two instruments.

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