Description

Bach's French Suites rank among his most esteemed keyboard compositions and are frequently utilized as instructional material. This was true even during the period of their creation, resulting in a significant number of copies preserved from Bach's own students. These copies offer numerous variants that are likely authentic. In this updated Henle Urtext edition, editor Ullrich Scheideler elucidates the complex source situation with remarkable clarity.

Suite No. VI in E major, BWV 817, is derived from the complete volume HN 1593 and serves as a convenient and affordably priced single edition, making it particularly suitable for educational purposes. This edition is further enhanced by the inclusion of ornamentation information: additional ornamentation symbols from the copies have been incorporated into the musical text, and the Preface provides guidance on their execution, rendering this Urtext edition an excellent resource for understanding Baroque ornamentation practices. Additionally, noteworthy variant readings from the various sources are readily accessible through footnotes accompanying the musical text. In conclusion, this edition serves as an ideal introduction to the realm of Bach's Suites.