A Moment of Awareness: Bach’s Prelude in C Major

During my piano lesson two days ago, my teacher suggested recording of my performance of Bach’s Prelude in C major from The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I.

For the first time in a while, I felt present with the music I played. I listened closely to each note and the way the phrases unfolded. Playing felt like a meditation, with my attention resting in the music.

I’m grateful to my teacher for suggesting we capture this moment.

1. Bach prelude 1 1Unknown artistDuration: 2:28

11 Days Later: A New Recording