🇩🇪Paul Hindemith ： Ludus Tonalis Fugue No.7 in As-Dur

This fugue unfolds through multiple independent voices, centered on the presentation and response of its subject. As the individual lines intertwine, Hindemith’s rigorous counterpoint and writing that makes use of the piano’s physical momentum come to the fore. Highlights include the changes in tone color and musical weight each time the subject is passed to another voice, as well as the sustained tension of the overall design. In performance, it is essential to shape each melody clearly and balance the voices so that the subject remains prominent. Avoid relying too heavily on the pedal, keep the smaller note values and accents precise, and aim for flexibility that preserves the flow without sounding mechanical.