Thanks, Smokey, for finding that Wiki citation.

Actually, Dave, I didn't say what Bach intended when he wrote that particular ensemble of works. I was referring to the fact that musicians in general consider it to be a graphic (or sonic) demonstration of the versatility of equal temperament. And please don't tell me I'm wrong about that. I've read it a number of books on music theory and music history and I've sat in class and heard a number of music professors say exactly that. The only things to the contrary that I have heard have been here on Mudcat. Also, please don't alter what I actually said and then say that I'm wrong for saying that.

By the way, 24 Preludes AND Fugues. 48 pieces altogether.

Don Firth