Dietrich Buxtehude › BuxWV 163
Prelude in G minor
Scores
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Historical context
Work BuxWV 163 is a composition for organ by Dietrich Buxtehude, created sometime before its first publication in 1875-76. As part of Buxtehude's extensive output, this piece exemplifies his mastery of the organ repertoire, showcasing complex harmonic structures and intricate counterpoint typical of Baroque music. The work is a testament to Buxtehude’s influence on later composers and remains a significant contribution to the organ literature of the 17th century.
Structure
6 sections: Prelude 1 Fugue 1 Prelude 2 Fugue 2 Prelude 3 Fugue 3