Dirst, Matthew - Bach's Art of Fugue and Musical Offering

Combines information on Bach's Art of Fugue and Musical Offering in a rare single volume
• Gives a comprehensive account of two major musical works in the Western canon
• Provides close readings of individual movements using accessible language and a glossary for a non-specialist audience

Bach's Art of Fugue and Musical Offering unpacks two closely related masterworks from the composer's final decade. Bach scholar and keyboard player Matthew Dirst provides essential background on this music, explains its specialized vocabulary and distinctive procedures, offers close readings of individual movements, and synthesizes what we know about both original editions. Additional features include a curated survey of the historical reception of this music in various media and suggestions in each chapter for further reading.