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C. P. E. Bach Minuet in C Major I & II Wq. 116-15 (H. 159)

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Emanuel Bachʼs Minuet in C Major Wq. 116/15 (H. 159) stands out for its elegance and sophistication among his works. This minuet, with its simple structure, conceals a rich expressiveness, bringing a pleasant harmony to the listener. The light rhythm and bright C major melody maintain the form of a classical dance while conveying a unique character. The diversity of emotions in Emanuel Bachʼs music is condensed into this short piece, offering a glimpse of his masterful compositional technique. For performers, it presents a challenge to convey its charm to the audience through expressive playing.

ʼFirst published in the large anthology "Musikalisches Mancherley (1762-1763)" in 1762. This score specifies two trumpets, timpani, two transverse flutes, two bassoons, two violins, and basso continuo. The first minuet of the pair is cheerful, characterized by a melody that includes leaps. In contrast, the second minuet makes extensive use of legato, with a smooth melodic line. The keyboard arrangement of this piece is recorded in a large manuscript compiled by Johann Jakob Heinrich Westphal (1746-1825), an organist in Schwerin and an admirer of C. P. E. Bach.ʼ

For an overview of Wq. 116 as a whole, see Character Pieces Wq. 116 .

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