RTV PUBLIC REPERTOIRE CATALOG Query: (all public entries) Filters: {"piece_id":2017,"timezone":"UTC"} Matches: 1 | Returned: 1 | Public catalog: 6434 Page 1 of 1 Next: none; end of results Previous: none Version: 22726 | Snapshot: 40899ee732c8a9d86f9dcf2825f62031 Created: 2026-09-30T21:24:54+00:00 | Source: 2026-09-30T21:24:47+00:00 | Expires: 2026-10-01T21:24:54+00:00 {"piece_id":2017,"title":"Buttstedt - Minuet In D Minor","composer":["Buttstedt, Johann Heinrich"],"composers":[{"id":163,"name":"Buttstedt, Johann Heinrich"}],"instrument":["Piano"],"instruments":[{"id":1,"name":"Piano"}],"genre":"Baroque","genre_id":2,"is_archive_only":false,"evaluation_eligible":true,"points":3230,"level":4,"canonical_url":"https://roadtovirtuosity.com/buttstedt-minuet-in-d-minor","instrument_points":[{"instrument_id":1,"instrument":"Piano","points":3230}],"collections":[],"collection_semantics":"existing catalog subcategory grouping","work_identifiers":[],"work_id":null,"book":null,"sequence_position":null,"movement_number":null,"movement_title":null,"key":null,"arrangement":null,"edition":null,"entry_scope":null,"completeness":"unknown","reviewed_enrichment":false,"availability_label":"Non-Commercial","has_download":true,"download_availability_basis":"public license category and existing file reference; storage health not verified","description":"“Buttstedt - Minuet in D Minor” is a two-page Baroque keyboard dance marked Andantino. The piece has a serious minor-key character, with a clear right-hand melody, simple left-hand support, repeated sections, and modest dynamic contrasts between mf, p, mp, and mf. Its compact phrase structure and steady 3/4 pulse make it useful for practicing Baroque-style phrasing, careful two-hand coordination, and graceful dance rhythm.Measures 1–8 present the opening minuet idea. The right hand carries a clear melody with small stepwise figures and short slurs, while the left hand supports with simple bass notes and harmonic tones. The mezzo forte opening gives the dance a confident beginning, and the piano contrast around measure 5 gives the phrase a softer answer.Measures 9–16 continue the first large section. The right hand becomes slightly more active with small repeated figures and a raised-note color near the cadence, while the left hand keeps the harmony grounded underneath. The repeat sign gives the first half a balanced Baroque dance structure.Measures 17–24 begin the second half of the minuet. The music returns at mezzo forte and moves through a longer phrase with more melodic motion. The crescendo around measure 17 gives the section a stronger lift before it softens again into the next phrase.Measures 25–32 bring the piece to its final close. The music passes through a softer mezzo piano area and then returns to a clearer mezzo forte statement near the end. The final measures settle into a firm D minor cadence, giving the short dance a complete and dignified ending.Interesting fact: Johann Heinrich Buttstedt was a German Baroque organist and composer connected with the central German keyboard tradition. This small minuet shows the practical teaching side of that world: clear dance rhythm, balanced repeated sections, and simple two-voice writing that helps students build control before moving into larger Baroque works.How to earn points for this piece:Download or purchase the sheet music.Practice the piece carefully. Watch the video example to make sure you are accurate.Record yourself on video and upload it to Youtube. (Perfection is not required. A few minor mistakes are okay)Submit a link to your video here for evaluation. We will watch your performance and give you feedback. If you need more practice - we will let you know exactly what you need to work on along with additional practice suggestions. 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