Bach Air on the G String

Air on the G String is a piece for string instrument and piano, arranged by August Wilhelmj from the Air (second movement) of Johann Sebastian Bach's Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068. Bach wrote this orchestral suite for his patron Prince Leopold of Anhalt between the years 1717 and 1723.

The title comes from violinist Wilhelmj's late 19th century arrangement of the piece for violin and piano. By transposing, Wilhelmj was able to play the piece on only one string of his violin, the G string. The melody is often used in popular culture.

The music of Johann Sebastian Bach (1685 - 1750) is one of humanity's greatest treasures. It is unsurpassed in its expression of profound reverence for life, and in its depth and diversity of ideas and feelings. It provides boundless joy to listeners and performers.

Tutorials

• Level 3 Version in C Major

• Level 4 Version in D Major

• Level 5 Version in A Major

  • At Tempo

  • At Tempo (with score)

  • Slow

• Level 7 Version in D Major by Siloti Slow

Sheetmusic

• Level 3 Version (was on 8notes.com)

• Level 4 Version

• Level 5 Version

• Level 7 Version