How to Write a Fugue Part I: The Exposition.
Composing a Fugue. The form of a fugue has the advantage of being somewhat strict, especially in its exposition. Thus, one can emulate fugue composition by following a few basic procedures, and then using the fugues of Bach as supreme (if somewhat intimidating!) examples.A fugue begins with an exposition. After the exposition the composer alternates between episodes and subject presentations. Each fugue has its own structure that changes according to the composers invention and needs. The first section of the fugue is the exposition. The exposition begins with one of the voices presenting the subject or theme.This is where your counterpoint studies come into their own: all your appoggiature, suspensions and passing notes will not only allow you write the voices melodically against the implied harmonies, they will allow you to articulate the fugue rhythmically. This is no less important in a fugue than in a sonata.
Exposition comprises of the choices you make, as a writer, to set the scene and initiate readers to your story. It is about conveying intitial and necessary information. 6 WAYS TO WRITE AN EFFECTIVE EXPOSITION A. EXPOSITION THROUGH CONFLICT.Using Fugal Exposition to Create a Chorale Prelude: The Ornamented Cantus Firmus In last month’s column, we discussed techniques for creating a fugal exposition. We began with the subject in the tenor in the tonic key, then the answer in the right hand, in the dominant, harmonized by a single voice in the left hand. Third entry was in the pedal.
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