Johann Krieger was born
Beginning of the composer’s lifetime.
About this piece
This Minuet is the second to last movement of Krieger's Partita No. 6 in B flat Major. It is a delicate piece that combines the light articulate gestures of the Minuet dance with the tender and smooth quality of lyrical pieces.
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Level guide
Equivalent to RCM level 2
Equivalent to ABRSM level 2
Equivalent to Suzuki book 2
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Minuet was composed
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