Fughettas

/fuːˈɡɛtəz/ noun

Definition

Plural of fughetta; multiple short, simple fugues.

Etymology

From 'fughetta' with English plural -s added to the Italian word. Musical term used in compositions and analysis.

Kelly Says

Bach and other Baroque composers wrote collections of fughettas as teaching pieces—small enough to learn but complex enough to reveal the beauty of counterpoint and musical architecture.

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