Dietrich Buxtehude › BuxWV 189

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BuxWV 189 · G major · first pub. 1875-76 · Orgel

DänemarkZweite Hälfte 17. JahrhundertOrgelmusik

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Historical context

Work BuxWV 189 is a composition for organ by Dietrich Buxtehude, dating from his later years (c. 1670s-1700s). This piece, part of his extensive organ repertoire, exemplifies the complex and intricate style typical of Baroque music. First published in 1875-76, it reflects Buxtehude's mastery of counterpoint and harmonic progression within a well-defined form, making it a significant contribution to his oeuvre.

Structure

1 chorale prelude

Further reading

Listen (synthesised)

IMSLP788937-PMLP784190-BuxWV189o.mid

IMSLP788939-PMLP784190-BuxWV189r.mid