# Johann Sebastian Bach, cello excerpts

2 annotated excerpts; 1 on audition lists.

Baroque

- [Bach: Cello Suite No. 1, Prelude](https://arcosounds.com/repertoire/cello/bach-suite-1-prelude), The most famous opening in solo cello literature. Broken-chord arpeggiation over a G major bass. Intermediate; Baroque; Bass clef. Standard audition excerpt.
- [Bach: Cello Suite No. 3, Bourrée I](https://arcosounds.com/repertoire/cello/bach-suite-3-bourree), A buoyant dance, the most accessible Bach Suite movement, beloved by beginners and masters alike. Comfortable; Baroque; Bass clef.

Canonical source: https://arcosounds.com/repertoire/cello/composer/bach