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Keyboard Solo Works by Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach

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Emanuel Bachʼs keyboard solo works, excluding sonatas, encompass a variety of genres such as rondos, fantasias, variations, fugues, and free-form pieces. The rondos are characterized by their accessible melodies and repetitions, with H.267 [Wq. 58-5] being particularly well-known. Fantasias possess an improvisational nature, with the representative work H.289 [Wq. 61-3] being notable for its bold modulations and harmonies. In variations, a single theme undergoes diverse transformations, showcasing the richness of compositional techniques. Fugues stand out for their contrapuntal intricacy, inheriting the Baroque tradition while adding uniqueness. Additionally, in free-form works, emotional expression is emphasized, vividly reflecting Emanuel Bachʼs “aesthetics of expression.” These works can be considered important examples demonstrating his musical diversity and innovation.

List of Works

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• Wq.56-1 Rondo No. 1 in C Major (H.260) : A rondo with a bright and lively melody, harmonizing accessibility and elegance. The soft harmonies and rhythm make it a pleasant piece.
• Wq.56-3 Rondo No. 2 in D Major (H.261) : Known for its brilliant and flowing melody, showcasing the expressive power of the solo instrument. Its lively and open atmosphere is captivating.
• Wq.56-5 Rondo No. 3 in A Minor (H.262) : A piece distinguished by its melancholic melody and delicate expression, skillfully depicting emotional fluctuations. The lyrical sound of the solo instrument is impressive.
• Wq.57-1 Rondo No. 1 in E Major (H.265) : Featuring a bright and elegant melody, the lively rhythm colors the entire piece. It is a light and accessible work.
• Wq.57-3 Rondo No. 2 in G Major (H.271) : Characterized by a gentle and calm melody, with elegance pervading a serene atmosphere. The sophisticated structure is appealing.
• Wq.57-5 Rondo No. 3 in F Major (H.266) : A piece with a calm and warm melody, featuring rich harmonies and a well-balanced structure. Its pleasant sound is attractive.
• Wq.58-1 Rondo No. 1 in A Major (H.276) : Known for its bright and light melody, offering refreshing and accessible music. The soft expression of the solo instrument stands out.
• Wq.58-3 Rondo No. 2 in E Major (H.274) : Featuring an elegant and refined melody, enveloped by a soft sound. It is a clear and accessible piece.
• Wq.58-5 Rondo No. 3 in B-flat Major (H.267) : A piece with a brilliant and majestic melody, showcasing the skill of the solo instrument. Its rich sound and bright atmosphere are appealing.
• Wq.58-6 Fantasia No. 1 in E-flat Major (H.277) : Characterized by free form and improvisational elements, with rich emotional expression. The piece is known for its fantastic and delicate sound.
• Wq.58-7 Fantasia No. 2 in A Major (H.278) : Featuring an elegant and bright melody, the free development adds flexibility to the music. The delicate expression of the solo instrument shines in this piece.
• Wq.59-2 Rondo No. 1 in E-flat Major (H.268) : Known for its brilliant and clear melody, beautifully blending accessibility and elegance. The light rhythm makes it a pleasant piece.
• Wq.59-4 Rondo No. 2 in C Minor (H.283) : Featuring a dramatic and tense melody, with prominent inner emotional expression. The powerful sound of the solo instrument is captivating.
• Wq.59-5 Fantasia No. 1 in F Major (H.279) : Known for its free and fantastic development, with an elegant melody resonating softly. The piece offers rich expressiveness.
• Wq.59-6 Fantasia No. 2 in C Major (H.284) : Featuring a bright and accessible melody, with free form and flexible development. The light sound spreads throughout the piece.
• Wq.61-1 Rondo in E-flat Major (H.288) : A piece with a brilliant and majestic melody, characterized by clear structure and elegant sound. It evokes an orchestral expanse.
• Wq.61-3 Fantasia No. 1 in E-flat Major (H.289) : Known for its fantastic and free development, with delicate expression in the empfindsamer Stil. The piece blends rich harmonies and improvisational elements.
• Wq.61-4 Rondo No. 2 in D Minor (H.290) : Featuring a dramatic and tense melody, with impressive deep emotional expression. The strength of the solo instrument stands out.
• Wq.61-6 Fantasia No. 2 in C Major (H.291) : A piece with a bright and light melody freely developed, richly incorporating improvisational elements. It is a flexible and refined work.
• Wq.62-12 Suite (H.066) : Based on traditional dance forms, offering emotionally rich melodies and diverse harmonies. The piece is filled with the charm of the empfindsamer Stil.
• Wq.63-7 Sonatina No. 1 in G Major (H.292) : A small piece with a lively and accessible melody, concise yet expressively rich. It is characterized by a bright and refreshing sound.
• Wq.63-8 Sonatina No. 2 in E Major (H.293) : Featuring an elegant and soft melody, concise yet with delicate expression. The light rhythm resonates pleasantly.
• Wq.63-9 Sonatina No. 3 in D Major (H.294) : Known for its lively and vibrant rhythm, offering a clear melody and the dynamism of the solo instrument. Despite its conciseness, the bright and expansive expression stands out.
• Wq.63-10 Sonatina No. 4 in B-flat Major (H.295) : A piece with a calm and warm melody, offering accessibility within a serene atmosphere. The soft sound and gentle progression make it a pleasant work.
• Wq.63-11 Sonatina No. 5 (H.296) : Known for its elegant and delicate melody, harmonizing lightness and elegance. The concise yet refined music is captivating.
• Wq.63-12 Sonatina No. 6 (H.297) : A piece with a bright and lively character, featuring an accessible melody and vibrant rhythm. Despite its concise structure, it offers rich expressiveness.
• Wq.64-1 Sonatina in F Major (H.007) : Known for its bright and accessible melody, with a simple yet refined structure. The gentle expression of the empfindsamer Stil stands out.
• Wq.64-2 Sonatina in G Major (H.008) : Featuring a bright and lively melody and light rhythm, blending fun and elegance. The refined sound is appealing.
• Wq.64-3 Sonatina in A Minor (H.009) : Known for its melancholic melody and delicate emotional expression, offering a sense of inner depth. The lyrical sound of the solo instrument is impressive.
• Wq.64-4 Sonatina in E Minor (H.010) : Featuring a tense melody and dramatic development, richly expressing the emotions of the empfindsamer Stil. The piece is notable for its expressive depth.
• Wq.64-5 Sonatina in D Major (H.011) : Known for its clear and accessible melody, offering a light rhythm and bright sound. The lively expression stands out in this piece.
• Wq.64-6 Sonatina in C Minor (H.012) : A piece with dramatic and deep emotional expression, leaving an impression with its tense development. The rich emotions of the empfindsamer Stil are fully expressed.
• Wq.65-4 Suite in E Minor (H.006) : Based on traditional dance forms, with lyrical and delicate expression standing out. The piece harmonizes heaviness and softness beautifully.
• Wq.66 Rondo in E Minor (H.272) : Featuring a dramatic and tension-filled melody, skillfully expressing emotional fluctuations. The dark yet powerful sound is impressive.
• Wq.67 Fantasia in F-sharp Minor (H.300) : Known for its dark and fantastic sound, blending dramatic development and delicate emotional expression. The piece is appealing for its improvisational freedom and deep sound.
• Wq.68 Veränderungen und Auszierungen (H.164) : A work written in theme and variation form, with delicate ornamentation and harmonic ingenuity. It is a piece where Emanuel Bachʼs improvisational ornamentation techniques can be enjoyed.
• Wq.70-7 Prelude in D Major (H.107) : A short yet bright and brilliant prelude, featuring a lively rhythm and refined harmonies. It is a simple yet impressive piece.
• Wq.112 Various Keyboard Solo Pieces : A collection of works with diverse forms and characters, ranging from light to introspective expressions. It is filled with Emanuel Bachʼs diverse musical ideas.
• Wq.113 Collection of Various Keyboard Pieces, Volume 1 : A collection of short and accessible pieces, simply yet beautifully expressing the delicate emotions characteristic of the empfindsamer Stil.
• Wq.114 Collection of Various Keyboard Pieces, Volume 2 : Featuring pieces with diverse characters, from technical to lyrical expressions. While easy to listen to, the collection offers depth.
• Wq.115 Collection of Various Keyboard Pieces, Volume 3 : A collection of short, accessible yet refined works, where Emanuel Bachʼs humor and delicate emotions are felt throughout.
• Wq.116 Miscellaneous Clavier Pieces : A collection including various forms and characters, balancing free and improvisational works with formally structured pieces.
• Wq.119 Seven Various Types of Keyboard Pieces : A collection of seven diverse pieces, offering a wide range of expressions from bright and lively to introspective and lyrical.
• Wq.122 Posthumous Collection of Clavier Pieces (Symphonies for Keyboard) : A collection of late works, beautifully merging Emanuel Bachʼs mature expressiveness with the delicate emotions of the empfindsamer Stil. The piece is characterized by its gentle and deep sound.

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> 7 Varied Keyboard Pieces Wq.119
> Alla Polacca in C Major Wq. 116-4
> Alla Polacca in D Major Wq. 116-14
> Alla Polacca in D Major Wq. 116-6
> Alla Polacca in G Major Wq. 116-8
> Allegretto Grazioso in C Major Wq. 116-57
> Allegretto in G Major Wq. 116-19
> Allegro Wq. 116-16
> Allegro Wq. 116-17
> Allegro in C Major Wq. 116-21
> Allegro in C Major Wq. 116-51
> Allegro in C Major Wq. 116-53
> Allegro in D Major Wq. 116-56
> Allegro in E-flat Major Wq. 116-55
> Allegro in G Major Wq. 116-54
> Allegro ma non troppo in E-flat Major Wq. 116-52
> Andantino in D minor Wq. 116-18
> Character Pieces Wq. 117
> Clavier Pieces Wq. 122
> Clavierstücke verschiedener Art Wq. 116
> Clavierstücke verschiedener Wq. 112
> Collection of Character Pieces, Wq. 118
> Fantasia in F-sharp minor Wq. 67
> Keyboard Solo Works (Sonata Collection) Wq. 65
> March in D Major Wq. 116-46
> March in E-flat Major Wq. 116-44
> March in F Major Wq. 116-45
> Menuets in E-flat Major Wq. 116-1
> Minuet in C Major Wq. 116-05
> Minuet in C Major Wq. 116-15
> Minuet in C Major Wq. 116-47
> Minuet in D Major, Wq. 116-40
> Minuet in F Major Wq. 116-07
> Minuet in G Major Wq. 116-48
> Minuets in D Major Wq. 116-3
> Musikalisches Allerley Collection 1, Wq. 113
> Musikalisches Allerley Collection 2, Wq. 114
> Polonaise in A Major Wq. 116-42
> Polonaise in B-flat Major Wq. 116-43
> Polonaise in D Major Wq. 116-49
> Polonaise in E-flat Major, W. 116-2
> Polonaise in F Major Wq. 116-41
> Rondo in E Major Wq. 56-6
> Rondo in E Minor Wq. 66
> Sinfonia in E minor Wq. 122-03
> Sinfonia in F Major Wq. 122-02
> Sinfonia in F Major Wq. 122-05
> Sinfonia in G Major Wq. 122-01
> Slow and Sad in A Minor Wq. 116-50
> Solo Collection Wq. 62
> Symphony in G Major, Wq. 122-4
> Various Keyboard Pieces Collection 3 Wq. 115