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Minuet In G (Anh 114) by Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)
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The Notebook for Anna Magdalena is a collection of work Johann Sebastian Bach given to his second wife Anna Magdalena. This notebook is a compilation of music by both Bach and other composers of the era. There is debate over who actually wrote this song. Bach or Chritian Petzold, a german composer and organist. Whichever the case, notebook provides a nearly unparalleled glimpse into the domestic music of the 18th century and the musical tastes of the Bach family.

Technique
AABB. Play Part A twice, then Part B twice. 64 bars in total and good news is there are no Barre Chords. Suspend bass at all times and keep the tempo andantino (moderate to fast). I have added a Thumb technique in Bar23. (Thumb curled over top of the neck to play/suspend the F# note on the top string). It is common to use this technique with the electric guitar (narrower neck). You should substitute with the index finger if you are not comfortable with it.

Excerpts from Anh115-Minute in G

Tip
If you enjoy this song, check out my previous article on Bach’s Anh114 “Minuet in G minor“. Unlike this song which sounds happy and joyous, anh 114 in a minor key sounds sad and forlorn.

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Further Reading
50 Easy classical Guitar Pieces by Jerry Willard.
Another book in my collection. Book is in tabulature. Great for beginner guitar for classical. 50 short songs introducing you to key players of the genre. Works featured in this book includes the many names that influence the classical guitar world. To name a few featured: Fernando Carulli, Napoloen Coste, Fernando Sor, Dionisio Aguado, Gaspar Sanz, John dowland, Robert Devisse, and Mauro Giuliani. This book comes with a companion CD plus a brief biography writeup on the aforementioned maestros.

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