Johann Sebastian Bach ： Partita A-Dur BWV 832

This suite for keyboard is grounded in the bright, poised sonority of A major. Its several dance-like movements present contrasting characters and senses of meter, while maintaining a concise and transparent style throughout. Points to listen for include the exchange of melodic lines, harmonic changes, and the expressive quality of the ornaments in each movement. In performance, listen carefully to the progress of each voice and maintain a steady meter without allowing the music to become heavy. Ornaments should not be treated mechanically, but articulated naturally so that they support the musical flow, while the contrasting character of each movement should be clearly expressed.