Description
This brief fugue appears to be one of Mozart's contrapuntal studies from the early 1780s, when he was deeply engaged in studying the strict counterpoint of Bach and Handel. Though it lasts only about fifty seconds, it packs 266 notes into a tightly woven exchange of the fugue subject between voices. Modest in scale and approachable for intermediate players, it still demands clarity in distinguishing each contrapuntal line.
Contrapuntal works influenced by Bach, where each composer's individuality shines through a strict formal structure.
About the Composer
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born in Salzburg, Austria, and achieved fame as a child prodigy before establishing his career in Vienna. In a life of only 35 years, he produced masterpieces across symphonies, operas, chamber music, and keyboard works. His style combines clarity and formal balance with rich emotional depth. This site includes 95 of his works, including fantasias and fugues.
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