J.S. Bach - 50 Solos for Classical Guitar

by Mark Phillips

J.S. 50 Solos for Classical Guitar is a sheet music collection for classical guitarists, presenting 50 works by composer Johann Sebastian Bach in arrangements created specifically for the instrument. More than 35 of the selections had never before been arranged for guitar when this collection was published, giving players a broad way to explore Bach's music through a single focused volume. The book is suited to guitarists seeking Bach repertoire for learning, practice, personal enjoyment, or performance.

The collection features guitar tablature alongside 50 individual Bach arrangements. Online audio accompanies the music and includes complete performances of every piece, available for download or streaming. These recordings provide a direct musical reference for the complete collection and complement the printed guitar arrangements.

Bringing Bach's music to classical guitar offers opportunities to explore phrasing, articulation, musical texture, melodic movement, and interpretation across a substantial body of repertoire. The variety of works can add fresh material to regular practice while the complete audio performances make it possible to hear each arrangement as a finished musical work. With 50 selections in one volume, the collection also provides repertoire that can be revisited for learning, listening, and performance.

Song List

Bourree In E Minor * Jesu, Joy Of Man's Desiring * Minuet In G

For classical guitarists who enjoy the music of Johann Sebastian Bach, this songbook combines printed arrangements, guitar tablature, and complete online audio performances in one practical collection. It can serve as a lasting source of Bach repertoire for learning and performance, as well as a thoughtful music gift for a classical guitarist or a listener with an interest in Bach's works arranged for guitar.

Genres: Music

90 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 2006

About the author

Mark Phillips is the author of numerous non-fiction books spanning vocabulary, grammar, mathematics, music, trivia, history, and chess, as well as an extensive catalog of over 235 sheet music songbooks.

Designed for self-learners, students, and musicians of all levels, his books focus on clear, accessible instruction and engaging subject matter.

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