B minor Double (Sarabande), Violin Partita #1 (BMV 1002)

Bach’s Double in his Solo Violin Partita #1 is a very beautiful and lovely piece to hear and play!

Besides beautiful melodies, it also contains 2 (or 3?) obvious voices while only consisting of a single, flowing line of melodic line. And it’s in 9/8, which is a very intriguing time signature.

On guitar, we can overlap the voices, and it creates a rich interweaving of melody and harmony. I’m just learning violin and viola, so I can’t speak to how to play Bach on violin or viola.

In any case, I hope you enjoy this lovely movement – I would recommend all guitarists (and musicians in general) check it out!

I’ve included sheet music as a PDF and image, and a link to the score on Noteflight. Please note, I haven’t written in any musical markings, fingerings, etc on the score, so you’ll be free do so as you see fit!

View the entire Partita at IMSLP – Violin Partita No.1 in B minor, BWV 1002 (Bach, Johann Sebastian)

Thanks for stopping by and best wishes!

Double for Sarabande (BMV 1002) Sheet Music

Hillary Hahn Plays the Double

Hillary Hahn plays the violin beautifully and is a well-musician who is an inspiration to many around the world! Please enjoy!

A Noteflight Score for the Double

Practice Makes Progress!

All the best to everyone! And enjoy your musical journeys!

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