Prelude in E minor

Historical context

BuxWV 152 is a composition for organ by Dietrich Buxtehude, one of his later works from around 1700. This piece, part of his extensive oeuvre, showcases Buxtehude's mastery in organ composition through its intricate counterpoint and expressive tonality. The work was first published in 1903-4, reflecting the posthumous rediscovery and scholarly interest in Baroque music during the early 20th century.