Hi Aapo,

> Well, if I'm the only one denying the effect, then be it so !
> To me sthg played shorter merely gives the impression of being shorter, while
> sthg played louder has the impression of being louder - even on a (good)
> harpsichord, regardless of articulation.
> So I see no reason to re-interpret what CPE Bach wrote.

I completely agree with you. Morevoer short playing gives on harpsichord (and
organ) a sense of loudness and an overlegato playing could result more delicate
(and piano)

All best
Matteo

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