Description
The Praeludium opens the Erato suite from Fischer's Ariadne Musica. Lasting only about a minute, its improvisatory figuration serves as an introduction to the dances that follow. In typical Baroque prelude fashion, it unfolds freely, with expressive melodic contours fitting for the muse of love poetry.
A collection of preludes not tied to a specific set, featuring short, evocative works by composers from Bach to more modern voices.
Sheet Music
Sheet music provided by Mutopia Project
About the Composer
Johann Kaspar Ferdinand Fischer (1656-1746)
Johann Kaspar Ferdinand Fischer (1656-1746) was a German Baroque composer. His keyboard collection 'Ariadne Musica,' featuring preludes and fugues in a wide range of keys, is thought to have influenced Bach's 'Well-Tempered Clavier.' This site includes two movements from his Erato suite.
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