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Johann Sebastian Bach
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Prelude and Fugue in G minor, BWV 535 Click to Listen [7:37]
The brooding principal sounds give way to a sparkling cadenza and a series of rapid echoing arpeggios echoed by the Swell (and an imaginary Positiv), then a driving buildup to the final cadence. The fugue starts with a charming subject that gets somewhat more stern as the fugue progresses. Another ripping cadenza and pedal point create a dazzling finish. One of the earlier Preludes and Fugues, this piece lies in the shadow of the great G minor Fantasy and Fugue, and hence is somewhat neglected. For broadband users, or if you're extremely patient: Download (14.6 MB). Instrument: Virtual organ set from 1766 Schmidt organ in Peruc, Czech Republic - Samples by Jiri Zurek

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