Few works sit more naturally on the classical guitar than Bach’s Lute Suite in E Minor, BWV 996.
Originally written for lute, the suite adapts beautifully to guitar, combining contrapuntal clarity with the instrument’s natural warmth.
At the heart of the suite is the Sarabande: a slow Baroque dance known for its expressive depth and spacious phrasing.
In this performance, master guitarist Joaquín Clerch highlights the movement’s lyrical character, shaping each phrase with clarity and balance.
Follow the music while you listen by downloading the PDF score.
If this performance sparked your curiosity, there’s much more to discover.
In his tonebase course, Joaquín Clerch takes a deep look at Bach’s Lute Suite in E Minor, BWV 996, guiding you through each movement from the opening Prelude to the final Gigue.
Along the way, he unpacks the phrasing, voice interaction, and expressive character that give each dance its unique identity.
You can explore the entire course with a 14-day trial of tonebase.
