Suite No. 1 in C Major, Suite No. 2 in B Minor, Suite No. 3 in D Major, and Suite No. 4 in D Major. Bach-Gesellschaft edition. Instrumentation. Notes.

(Music Sales America). The Suite No.2 In B Minor is one of Bach's best known works. Close attention has been given here to authenticity and detailed performance notes are included. The accompaniment has been arranged specifically for piano rather than simply as an orchestral reduction, without sacrificing any essential elements. Edited by Trevor Wye, piano arrangement by Robert Scott.

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