Johann Sebastian Bach ： Invention no.5 Es-Dur BWV 776

This compact piece distills the appeal of counterpoint into two voices that pass the subject back and forth. Each voice moves independently, while repetitions and imitations of short motifs shape the musical flow. Listening with the larger divisions of the first and second halves in mind makes it easier to follow the changing roles of the voices and the harmonic shifts. In performance, the melody in each hand should sing clearly, with a balance that prevents either voice from dominating. Keep the quick movement relaxed, while maintaining a steady pulse and light articulation. Rather than relying too heavily on the pedal, bring out the clarity of the fingertips and the breathing quality of the phrasing to reveal the expressive dialogue between the two voices.