Composed around 1731, this iconic movement from Bach's Orchestral Suite No. 3 showcases the elegance of Baroque music with its lyrical, flowing melody. Popularly known as "Air on the G String" due to a famous 19th-century violin arrangement, it remains one of history's most recognizable classical pieces, embodying both mathematical precision and emotional depth.
Bach's Air from Orchestral Suite No. 3, BWV 1068, is one of the most recognizable Baroque compositions. The famous arrangement for solo violin and piano, transposed to C major and played on the G string, was created in the 19th century by August Wilhelmj, giving rise to its popular nickname.
This serene movement, famously arranged for solo violin and orchestra, became a symbol of Baroque elegance. Its nickname derives from a 19th-century violin arrangement played solely on the G string.
This orchestral suite, composed in the Baroque era, includes the iconic "Air on the G String" (second movement), widely adapted in films, commercials, and modern arrangements.
A 2012 transcription by Mike Magatagan, showcasing the ethereal timbre of the rare glass flute. This arrangement highlights contemporary interest in unconventional instruments.
