Bach Short Preludes and Fugues – Schirmer Library Vol. 15 (Piano Solo)

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This Schirmer Library of Classics Volume 15 edition of Short Preludes and Fugues brings together a substantial selection of Johann Sebastian Bach’s shorter keyboard works in one practical performance volume. Edited by W. Mason, this collection has long been a standard for teachers working with late intermediate students. The book includes a range of preludes, fugues, and fughettas, along with the well-known Six Little Preludes and Twelve Little Preludes. These pieces are often assigned as a bridge between early Baroque studies and larger works such as the Two-Part Inventions or Well-Tempered Clavier selections. For students around SMP Level 5–7, this book builds: Hand independence in contrapuntal textures Clarity of articulation Steady tempo control Understanding of subject and answer in fugue writing Teachers frequently use this volume for festival preparation, church performance repertoire, and structured classical study. Many of these works appear on adjudication lists, making this a dependable resource to keep in a student’s library. Compared to smaller Bach collections, this edition offers a broader sampling in one place, which is helpful if you prefer not to purchase multiple separate books. If your teacher has assigned “Bach Short Preludes and Fugues – Schirmer,” this is the volume they’re referring to. As always, if you’re unsure whether this level fits your student, bring in their current repertoire and we’ll help you decide. Contents Include: Fughetta in C Major, BWV 952Fughetta in D Minor, BWV 899Fughetta in E Minor, BWV 900Fugue in A Minor, BWV 895Fugue in C Major, BWV 953Fugue in C Minor, BWV 961Prelude in A Minor, BWV 942Prelude in C Major, BWV 924, 933, 939Prelude in C Minor, BWV 999, 934Prelude in D Major, BWV 936, 925Prelude in D Minor, BWV 940, 899, 935, 926Prelude in E Major, BWV 937Prelude in E Minor, BWV 900, 938, 941Prelude in F Major, BWV 928, 927Prelude in G Minor, BWV 930, 929Six Little PreludesTwelve Little Preludes Specifications: SKU: 38800Publisher SKU: LB15 (HL.50252050)UPC: 073999520507ISBN-13: 9781458426406ISBN-10: 1458426408Composer: Johann Sebastian BachEditor: W. MasonPublisher: G. Schirmer, IncorporatedPublished: November 1986Binding: PaperbackSeries: Schirmer Library of Classics, Volume 15Instrument: Piano SoloLevel: SMP Level 5–7 (Late Intermediate)Genres: Baroque, ClassicalForms: Prelude, FugueNumber of Pages: 40Size: 9.0 x 12.0 x 0.105 inchesItem Type: PhysicalUsages: General WorshipShipping Weight: 0.43 lbs