Dietrich Buxtehude › BuxWV 168
Canzonetta in D minor
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Historical context
BuxWV 168 is a composition for organ by Dietrich Buxtehude, one of his later works from around 1700. This piece, part of his extensive output, showcases Buxtehude's mastery in organ composition through its intricate counterpoint and expressive tonalities. First published in 1875-76, it reflects the composer's late style, characterized by complex harmonic progressions and a rich, sonorous texture.
Structure
3 sections: Fugue 1 Fugue 2 Fugue 3