Prelude and Fugue in E major, BWV 854: II. Fugue
by Johann Sebastian Bach · Fugue, from The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I · also known as Fugue in E Major (No. 9, BWV 854)
2 versions of this piece. This one: The complete piece, as the composer wrote it.
Prelude and Fugue in E major, BWV 854: II. Fugue
Johann Sebastian Bach
2 versions of this piece. This one: The complete piece, as the composer wrote it.
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About Prelude and Fugue in E major, BWV 854: II. Fugue
Piano sheet music for Prelude and Fugue in E major, BWV 854: II. Fugue by Johann Sebastian Bach, free to view and play along. Grade 6 (Advanced (Grade 6)) piece suitable for students at about grade 6 level.
"Prelude and Fugue in E major, BWV 854: II. Fugue" by Johann Sebastian Bach is a grade 6-level piano piece with a duration of approximately 52 seconds. A Grade 6 piece with high note density and advanced coordination demands. Requires well-developed technique and musical maturity. This arrangement is ideal for pianists with 5-7 years of experience. Johann Sebastian Bach's composition showcases complex harmonic progressions and rubato and tempo flexibility, making it an excellent choice for developing these essential skills.
The Fugue in E Major, BWV 854, is a masterful composition by Johann Sebastian Bach, showcasing his intricate counterpoint and harmonic depth. This piece is part of the Well-Tempered Clavier, a collection that demonstrates the possibilities of all twelve keys. It is celebrated for its intellectual rigor and expressive qualities.
Is it right for you?
Who it's for
- Students at about Grade 6 level
- Serious amateur pianists
- Those preparing for competitions or exams
- Players with strong technical foundation
Skill level: Grade 6
- Level
- Advanced (Grade 6)
- Experience
- 5-7 years
- Length
- 52 seconds
What you'll learn
Technical skills
- Advanced finger independence
- Complex chord voicings
- Rapid scale passages
- Octave technique
- Advanced pedaling
- Trill and ornament execution
Musical concepts
- Complex harmonic progressions
- Rubato and tempo flexibility
- Polyphonic texture
- Advanced dynamics and tone color
- Structural analysis
How long it takes
To learn
6-10 weeks with intensive practice
Practice time
45-90 minutes daily
To master
3-4 months to performance-ready
Practice tips
- Study recordings by professional pianists
- Practice slowly with full musical intention
- Work on voicing and bringing out melodic lines
- Develop a practice routine targeting weak spots
- Consider working with a teacher on interpretation