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How many small fugues did Telemann write to accompany chorale harmonisations?

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The number of small fugues Telemann composed to accompany chorale harmonisations is 20. These works, known as "chorale preludes," showcase Telemann's skill in combining traditional Lutheran chorales with fugal counterpoint. Telemann's chorale preludes are admired for their expressive melodies, inventive harmonic progressions, and the ability to enhance the spiritual significance of the chorales they accompany.
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