Dietrich Buxtehude › BuxWV 146

Prelude in F-sharp minor

BuxWV 146 · F-sharp minor · first pub. 1875-76 · Instrumentation: Orgel

DänemarkZweite Hälfte 17. JahrhundertBarockOrgelmusik

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Historical context

Work BuxWV 146 is a composition for organ by Dietrich Buxtehude, one of his later works from around 1700. This piece, though specific details are limited, likely reflects Buxtehude's mature style characterized by intricate counterpoint and expressive tonalities. Its first publication in 1875-76 came long after its composition, highlighting the posthumous recognition of Baroque music.

Structure

3 sections: Prelude Fugue Toccata

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