Composer

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Johann Sebastian Bach

Genre

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Concerto

Style

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Concerto

Compose Date

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1736

Publication Date

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1874

Average_duration

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14:38

Movement_count

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3

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Johann Sebastian Bach composed the Concerto for 2 harpsichords in C minor, BWV 1062, in the early 1730s during his tenure as the Kapellmeister in Leipzig. The piece was likely intended for performance by Bach and his son, Wilhelm Friedemann, who was also a skilled harpsichordist. The concerto is in three movements, with the first and third in C minor and the second in E major. The first movement is marked Allegro and features a lively and virtuosic dialogue between the two harpsichords, with each instrument taking turns playing the main theme. The second movement, marked Adagio ovvero Largo, is a beautiful and contemplative duet between the two harpsichords, with a gentle and flowing melody accompanied by delicate arpeggios. The final movement, marked Allegro, is a lively and energetic dance-like piece, with the two harpsichords engaging in a playful and intricate conversation. The concerto is characterized by Bach's masterful use of counterpoint, with the two harpsichords weaving intricate and complex melodies around each other. The piece also showcases Bach's skill as a composer of keyboard music, with each harpsichord part featuring virtuosic runs, trills, and ornamentation. The Concerto for 2 harpsichords in C minor, BWV 1062, premiered during Bach's lifetime and has since become a beloved and frequently performed work in the harpsichord repertoire. Its combination of technical virtuosity and expressive beauty make it a true masterpiece of Baroque music.

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